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
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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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Current student
June 02, 2024
I have had a good experience at Thurston, they have very good teachers, a great principal, and good extracurricular activities. Mrs. Martinez is such an amazing teacher and you won't regret attending... More
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Thurston Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
While the view from this campus is beautiful beyond words, the direction that admin is moving is concerning. Often times when I am on campus there are students who are not in class but outside on the... More
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Shell Beach Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
My child is a rising senior and has been at CoCoSPA since 7th grade. They have thrived at SPA in a way they never had at their previous schools. Their teachers are truly caring and give them the... More
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Contra Costa School Of Performing Arts