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 21, 2024
This is our 5th year at TEA. The teachers and staff have nurtured our daughters every year. The strength, perseverance and self esteem that TEA teaches is something I never received in my education.... More
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Tahoe Expedition Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 21, 2024
This is “thinking outside of the box” education. Students learn by doing, seeing, creating—hands on learning at its best. My kids are challenged daily academically, physically, mentally-strong... More
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Tahoe Expedition Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 21, 2024
Our family is extremely grateful for Tahoe Expedition Academy's amazing and unique community! My two children are both thriving in this setting (this is our 4th year at TEA). The teachers and staff... More
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Tahoe Expedition Academy