11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,926
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,871
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 | 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 07, 2024
My son is graduating this year and I have an incoming Freshman. Jesuit has been a great experience for my senior, and I know it will be a great experience for my Freshman son. I am a High School... More
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Jesuit High School
Teacher
May 07, 2024
I have been teaching here for about 5 years now and so far I am happy! Yeah, every school has its pros and cons, but what school doesn't? The reason I wanted to work here was because there was so... More
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Vaughn Next Century Learning Center
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
We feel extremely fortunate to have had two children in this school. Oso does a ton above and beyond and every teacher we have had truly wants to be there. We get the feeling this is a very sought... More
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Oso Grande Elementary School