11,537
Preschools
13,510
Elementary Schools
7,923
Middle Schools
5,903
High Schools
9,193
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,868
Private Schools
26,433
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
June 29, 2024
This is a good school that welcome cultural and religious diversity. It serves mostly low income minorities. If you are a new immigrant from the Middle East or South America, your kids are very likely... More
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Knowledge Enlightens You (Key) Academy
Parent / Guardian
June 29, 2024
Love this place! The team here is incredible from principal to teachers, to support staff. They truly care about education and social emotional development of the children. I have had experience with... More
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Valley Charter Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 29, 2024
This school has gone spiraling down super fast when principal Carmona became principal. She is always at her office, never engages with students or parents. Never answers the parents calls. Kids are... More
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Woodsboro Elementary School