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
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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 16, 2024
My children have gone through this school it’s horrible and they seem to celebrate bullying every-time my child had an issue it’s sweep under the rug and nothing happens! Would not recommend this... More
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Cawston Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 16, 2024
Great school for both of my kids. Wonderful staff and support staff. Amazing Special Ed staff. The PTA does soooo much for the kids and parents. The spirit here is tremendous. Your kids will be very... More
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Gladstone Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 16, 2024
Coming from a non Spanish speaking household I was concerned how much Spanish my children would actually learn but my rising 4th grader is fluent not just in speaking but reading and writing as well. ... More
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Loma Vista Immersion Academy