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 02, 2024
My daughter started at SCA in preschool. She is now in 4th grade. She loves her teachers and the staff. As a parent it is a great feeling to know that my child feels safe at school so she can focus... More
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Solano Christian Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2024
I can speak for the Kooning they have. Please be very careful if you are trying to look at this school if you have a son with Autism. If the kid has the mildest occasional behavior they do not want... More
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Newbridge School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 02, 2024
I feel bad for students who have to attend a school like this. It is not even a school campus just some rented office spaces. Dirty and unorganized. A beautiful campus is a very nice thing and they... More
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Julian Charter School