11,536
Preschools
13,541
Elementary Schools
7,916
Middle Schools
5,919
High Schools
9,175
Public District Schools
1,332
Public Charter Schools
15,937
Private Schools
26,444
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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 08, 2023
I would like to start off by saying this school has changed my child for the best! She started to write, read, and her math is excellent! She couldn’t have done it without the teacher in Room 3 ! She... More
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Ararat Charter School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 07, 2023
I've been going to this school for most of my life, and take this viewpoint from a current student. This is a great school, however not every school is perfect. Your kid will find it easy to socialize... More
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Our Lady Of Lourdes
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 07, 2023
Great school my 2 kids love it!!
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Indian Valley Elementary School
