11,536
Preschools
13,509
Elementary Schools
7,923
Middle Schools
5,906
High Schools
9,196
Public District Schools
1,373
Public Charter Schools
15,866
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
July 26, 2024
Kids enjoy the school. Teachers are great.
Review for
Parkmont Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
July 26, 2024
This is an amazing preeschool . The teachers are wonderful and always understanding and patient with the kids . Our child loved her teacher Ms Amanda and we have nothing but great things to say about... More
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St. Pius X
Parent / Guardian
July 26, 2024
My girls (kindergarten and 3rd) have had an absolutely amazing experience at MEA. We came from a small private school, and while both girls had been doing fine, they are thriving at MEA. They love... More
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Mt. Everest Academy