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 27, 2024
Horrible school. It’s still acts like it’s on lock down, there are fights and aggressive parents in the parking lot since there’s only 1 way in and out for 600 students. School is dated to be the... More
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Northlake Hills Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 26, 2024
Keep away your children from this school they don’t like Hispanic children false accusations to make a accusation against your children too get them removed from this school principal and vice... More
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Arboga Elementary School
School leader
May 26, 2024
Students have access to Dual Language program, robotics , athletics, and Visual and Performing Arts!
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Rancho Del Rey Middle School