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 08, 2024
We feel so lucky to be part of such a wonderful community that Fammatre elementary is. Every single staff member and teacher i have met is caring! The Home and School Club is awesome and led by a... More
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Fammatre Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 08, 2024
We have a second grader and kindergartener at BPE currently.
We have loved the experience! The teachers are excellent, engaged and creative in their learning techniques. Most teachers lean into the... More
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Bay Park Elementary School
Current student
May 08, 2024
Don’t recommend didn’t have the best experience here
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Marie L. Hare High School