11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,926
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,871
Private Schools
26,434
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 11, 2024
We were nervous about starting here, but our kid has absolutely blossomed at Denman. They are excited about learning, have made new friends, and the teachers/staff have been great.
Are there some... More
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Denman (James) Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
The school is diverse, inclusive, and cultured as the amount of families from across the world is significant. While this offers some challenges regarding learning to work with others with different... More
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Culverdale Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 11, 2024
If you have an option, go elsewhere. Unless you just don’t care about the quality of reading instruction and field trips/enrichment activities. The principal doesn’t care enough to lead and the aging... More
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Woodbridge School