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
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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 | 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?
Teacher
April 19, 2024
kinda cray cray when somebody pulled out a machete at school :V ._. ;-; ;)
Review for
Oroville High School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
We had a terrible experience with Menlo-Atherton during our child's freshman year.
Stay clear of this school if your child is neurodiverse; the teachers and staff have no experience, support or... More
Review for
Menlo-Atherton High School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
The overpolicing of minority students at this school is a concern. Minority students are singled out for behavioral issues while ALL students are not held accountable. Teachers overarch role as an... More
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Alisal Elementary School