11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,928
Middle Schools
5,902
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,872
Private Schools
26,435
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 28, 2024
Just completing our first Year at Crittenden and it has been a positive experience. As one of two middle schools in Mountain view, it is relatively large compared to the elementary schools and the... More
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Crittenden Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 28, 2024
Some very dedicated teachers and personnel. But mostly an unresponsive nightmare. I wish I had read these reviews before I sent my kid here. The number for the School Police is 213-625-6631. Put it in... More
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Thomas Starr King Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 28, 2024
This is a review for Synapse’s TK program. My son has been in Teacher Mickey & Teacher Natasha’s class for a year this year.
My son’s TK experience has been truly above and beyond what we wanted... More
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Synapse School