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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June 03, 2024
I had two children attend Blue Oak Charter School in Chico, CA.
In my experience I would say children are encouraged to think about things for themselves before given a set adult answer. This helps... More
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Blue Oak Charter School
Parent / Guardian
June 03, 2024
Firstly, I want to say that the NDV community is great. Most of the parents are extremely committed for events and school activities. An example of this can be the Class Of 2023’s “Anything Goes”... More
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Ecole Notre Dame Des Victoires
Parent / Guardian
June 03, 2024
We are new to this school this year. Things I’ve noticed, it seems very clique-y here. It’s a “you’ve either been with us since day one or you haven’t” and if you haven’t, it feels like you’re “the... More
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Bethany Lutheran