11,538
Preschools
13,556
Elementary Schools
7,930
Middle Schools
5,925
High Schools
9,177
Public District Schools
1,333
Public Charter Schools
15,951
Private Schools
26,461
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
605,310 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 791 schools -
San Diego Unified School District
123,795 students | SAN DIEGO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 221 schools -
Fresno Unified School District
73,223 students | FRESNO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 98 schools -
Long Beach Unified School District
72,997 students | LONG BEACH, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 85 schools -
Elk Grove Unified School District
63,705 students | ELK GROVE, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 66 schools
Reviews From Schools in California
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Parent / Guardian
March 27, 2023
We moved to the area about a year ago and our child attends Santa Rita Elementary. We are extremely happy with the school. Our kid's class teacher is amazing. The principal is very approachable and... More
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Santa Rita Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
March 27, 2023
Hello,
My name is Rhiannon Gonzales. I work with "Center For Living and Learning" in our Covid Outreach Department.
I would like to thank 4 of John F. Kennedy High School students- SAVANNAH CUEVA,... More
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John F. Kennedy High School
Parent / Guardian
March 27, 2023
My daughter attended Woodlake for her first in person school experience in the post pandemic era. We were very excited to have her go to this wonderful looking school. In my application process, and... More
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Woodlake Elementary Community Charter School