11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,925
Middle Schools
5,904
High Schools
9,192
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,870
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 | 223 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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 19, 2024
New principle Amy Hanna has made this school horrible. She mistreats students, has horrible policies, and the teachers do not like her here. School needs a new principle ASAP
Review for
Willow Glen High School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
My boys have been so happy here at Bagby. I truly believe that all of the staff are committed and believe in Bagby's kindness philosophy. Every teacher that my boys have had, has helped each boy... More
Review for
Bagby Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
La peor experiencia en escuelas. Ambiente inseguro, muchos "accidentes". Profesores y personal poco capacitados, discriminación a niños diferentes y sobre todo, abuso (bullying).
Review for
Oehl Elementary School