11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,928
Middle Schools
5,902
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,872
Private Schools
26,435
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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 17, 2024
College counselors are extremely rude and constantly bullied me into thinking I’d never get into any school I applied to. They also gossiped with students about their classmates. For example, they... More
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Pinewood School Upper Campus
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 17, 2024
This school is fun, and I would 100% recommend going here. The activities are fun, and the classes are fun, but there are a few rules that I disagree with. For example, the principal was strict and... More
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Sleepy Hollow Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2024
This little hidden gem of a school is great! Teachers, staff, and the kids are all happy to be there. Not to mention how involved their PTA is. They’re always having fun events and doing extra special... More
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Mill Elementary School