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
Are the schools in California offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
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 daughter started Fortune a few months ago. Every day she has mentioned the class being very disruptive, the teacher ( a long term sub) unable to control his students, and just feeling drained.... More
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Fortune
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 18, 2024
There are two types of families that come here and two types of teachers that apply to work here. More than half of the families that apply here are looking for an alternative for their child, they... More
Parent / Guardian
April 18, 2024
Excellent teachers who care about your child’s success. School has many intervention programs to help children improve. Administration make a great effort to make school enjoyable for both children... More
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Abraham Lincoln Elementary School