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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 30, 2024
My daughter attended fourth grade at Franklin this year. Ultimately, she withdrew because the principal and teacher refused to open a window and consistently run air filters in the classroom, even... More
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Franklin Avenue Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 30, 2024
Hands down the wost high school experience in America. If your looking for a model school to NOT send your child to, Oakwood is right here.
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Oakwood School
Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
Pioneer Middle School has been great for my 7th-grade son, who has an IEP and is an ESL student. The teachers and special education assistants are very helpful, and the campus is nice. He really likes... More
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Pioneer Middle School