11,537
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,928
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,193
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,871
Private Schools
26,436
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 31, 2024
Jefferson Elementary is a wonderfully diverse and culturally accepting school, it's the schools views on students with disabilities and neurodiversity that is severely lacking. Their idea of placement... More
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Jefferson Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 31, 2024
Ok, first of all.. the teaching is good. Its ok. Pretty decent. The school campus is nice. But theres some things about the school. 1. Bullying. There are so many bullies at this school and so much... More
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Highland Ranch Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 31, 2024
The education my son received in this school exceeded my expectations. Both the students and teachers are friendly and respectful. The curriculum can be hard but it motivated my son to work harder... More
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North High School