11,537
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,928
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,193
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,871
Private Schools
26,436
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
June 01, 2024
The school lacks support for parents and teachers. The school board does not communicate well with parents and does not answer important questions. They act as if being asked anything is burdensome to... More
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Liberty Christian Schools
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 01, 2024
Was a former student here, which no I will not reveal my actual identity and name I used at this school. However I can not stress enough how awful this school was from my experience. Sure there are... More
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Cupertino Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 01, 2024
I just finished my first and final year here at Crittenden and it was perfect. Teachers are super funny and nice.
Review for
Crittenden Middle School