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 child has gone to this school for four years now and to say I am not pleased with this school is an understatement. The teachers do not have understanding relationships with students. The staff... More
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Herbert C. Green Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 16, 2024
This school was absolutely phenomenal. The Principal was so inviting and the entire staff are led with care and empathy.
My family was only one of maybe five diverse families, and the entire... More
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Alta Sierra Elementary School
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