11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,928
Middle Schools
5,902
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,872
Private Schools
26,435
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
Are the schools in California offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
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 19, 2024
The students at Robert Down were kind and welcoming, but unfortunately our child's teacher and support staff were not. They were negligent, and are not up to date on best practices for learning... More
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Robert Down Elementary School
Current student
May 18, 2024
People should avoid Cedar Middle School due to a concerning environment marked by incidents of racial attacks among students, which create a hostile and unsafe atmosphere. The school has also faced... More
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Cedar Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 18, 2024
We are so pleased with our experience having enrolled our son in preschool here at Maria Montessori - it was the best decision we could have made for his education! We toured many facilities looking... More
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Maria Montessori School