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 08, 2024
Diverse and engaging. Endless resources both academically and socially for students and parents. Admin/Parent volunteers recognize and acknowledge students by name. Morale is great throughout this... More
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Grand View Boulevard Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 08, 2024
They were actually teaching my daughter and her class4-5 grade work. My daughter is in the sixth grade. It’s to make sure parents don’t take there kids out because of the fear they will be held back... More
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Children of Promise Preparatory Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 08, 2024
My daughter has been bullied to the point of violence and we pulled her out for independent study.
This school has more students than they can handle. The staff is overwhelmed or don't care. Every... More
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Eleanor Roosevelt High School