11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,925
Middle Schools
5,904
High Schools
9,192
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,870
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 | 223 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
April 18, 2024
My very shy daughter started at Red Bridge right before her 5th birthday, and today--2.5 years later--you wouldn't even know she'd ever been shy. She cried and clung to me at drop off EVERY SINGLE DAY... More
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Red Bridge
Parent / Guardian
April 18, 2024
Both of my children have attended since Kindergarten and Kavod has been instrumental in their growth and development. The enrichments at the elementary school level ensure a whole child approach to... More
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Kavod Charter
Parent / Guardian
April 18, 2024
I have 3 kids here since 2016. They love the school. For my oldest we had short 2 months not satisfied experience with another school, nothing comparable to the Kavod.
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Kavod Charter