11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,925
Middle Schools
5,904
High Schools
9,192
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,870
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
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
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 | 223 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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
Wonderful school!
We moved houses just to be able to have our kids attend LA, and I can say it has been 100% worth it!
The teachers truly care, are held to high standards, and my child has made... More
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Los Alamitos Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
En lo personal me ah gustado mucho el personal y los maestros que hasta ahora le han tocado a mi hija, ya que la motivan a seguir aprendiendo y a explotar sus capacidades
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Sky Country Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 25, 2024
The new principal that is at this school has let this school turn into trash. She lets kids get bullied and does not give the parents a call until after the fact it has happened 2-3 times. She... More
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Baldwin (Julia) Elementary School