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
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 | 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
June 05, 2024
I have a 7th grader here. What surprise me is their academic grading system(C is a passing grade & she is allow to make up…….hmmmmmm) Kids here have no homework, they basically focus so much on... More
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Lincoln Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 05, 2024
My daughters have attended St. Perpetua since Transitional Kindergarten and we have been blessed to have a solid community of parents, teachers and strong leadership. The teachers keep the students... More
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St. Perpetua
Parent / Guardian
June 04, 2024
This school used to be great! Unfortunately, the current math teacher is not helpful at all. She doesn't assist the students and assigns challenging computer Math questions without adequate... More
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Mesa Elementary School