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
May 29, 2024
Muy buena la recomiendo mucho en educación es excelente.
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Equitas Academy 5
Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
This school make so much bad impact on my child. when she just joined the school, she had short hair, the classmates tested her hair was short and she should be the transgender. One of the big girls... More
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St. Justin
Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
Está escuela es muy buena en lo personal me le han ayudado mucho a mi hijo cuando ingreso por primera vez el no sabía nada les doy las gracias a todos los maestros por que me an apoyado a mi hijo ya... More
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Equitas Academy 5