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 03, 2024
My child attended this school and we had a fairly good experience. The principal we started with was not great, but the new principal has been an upgrade.
Our kid is has an IEP and we have had mostly... More
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Fairmont Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 03, 2024
My kid attended here and in my experience the principal is pretty great and the staff (according to my kid) seemed pretty good overall.
This school made my child take a few classes that seemed... More
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Middle College High School
Teacher
May 03, 2024
Smidt Tech High School is a fantastic choice for students seeking an enriching high school experience! With a wide array of academic programs, including STEM courses and digital arts, there's... More