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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
My son has been going here for 2 years now. Great experience with teachers and staff who care. School is great at involving the parents with what they are doing.
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Jonas Salk Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
Obviously this school is bad because someone not saying who came up to me and said that the school didn’t care about safety first!!
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Shasta Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 10, 2024
This school does provide a good educational environment for my child. The Sciences, English, and Math are pretty good. There are many clubs and activities for your child to participate in. The... More
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Pacifica High School