11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,926
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,871
Private Schools
26,434
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in California based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Academic Summary
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Largest School Districts in California
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Los Angeles Unified School District
460,633 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 986 schools -
San Diego Unified School District
97,968 students | SAN DIEGO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 222 schools -
Fresno Unified School District
70,088 students | FRESNO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 104 schools -
Long Beach Unified School District
69,413 students | LONG BEACH, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 87 schools -
Elk Grove Unified School District
63,157 students | ELK GROVE, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 68 schools
Reviews From Schools in California
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Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
Rude principal rude to parents staff is rude and accusing parents wrongfully need better principal and vice principal
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Joel J. Hidahl Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
Can't say enough good things about this school! My son is in 1st grade and so far has had such a great experience. Every single teacher and staff member I have met is great, caring, seems like they... More
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Fammatre Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
My son is graduating this year and I have an incoming Freshman. Jesuit has been a great experience for my senior, and I know it will be a great experience for my Freshman son. I am a High School... More
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Jesuit High School