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
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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 20, 2024
I have 4 children and all of them have attended CL preschool or grade school. We LOVE it here! It’s a smaller community feel with really great education and even greater people. I currently have 2... More
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Christ Lutheran School
Parent / Guardian
May 19, 2024
NP3 Elementary is a great school. Ms. Dart and her teacher exemplify what a great school is and what great teaching is. They genuinely care about their students and students are engaged. From... More
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Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Elementary
Parent / Guardian
May 19, 2024
Could not have asked for a better place for my kids to grow up at. Everyone from the teachers to the custodians are genuinely kind, care about the kids, and are enthusiastic about learning and... More
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Brentwood Elementary School