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
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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Current student
May 13, 2024
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Review for
Olive Knolls Christian
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 13, 2024
This school has had made great improvements, but still has a long way to go. SOME members of the current leadership team in the building spend more time arguing and micromanaging than actually doing... More
Review for
Kepler Neighborhood
Parent / Guardian
May 12, 2024
Ms. Hernandez is my daughter's favorite teacher. I don't know about other children, but our daughter loves learning; she loves school. She has won awards at this school. No one has said anything bad... More
Review for
Cahuilla Elementary School