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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 15, 2024
As a member of this school community, I have observed concerning patterns in the principal’s management style, particularly regarding favoritism. The principal appears to maintain an inner circle of... More
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St. Francis Of Assisi
Parent / Guardian
May 15, 2024
I am a father of two daughters who began school in Kindergarten at The New Village School, one who graduated in 2023 and is now a very successful student at Tam High School and another who will... More
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the New Village School
Parent / Guardian
May 15, 2024
The bullying at this school is the absolute worst. My child comes home crying almost daily and the staff does nothing about it because it’s bullying is created mainly by staffs children. When issues... More
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Huntington Christian