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 19, 2024
The school has completely inept leadership; a new principal who is utterly and completely ineffective. Bullying occurs early on, and is not managed in any way. Children frequently end up in the... More
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Terrell Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
We chose this particular school as my child was coming from another school in the district where she had experienced intense bullying based on her identity. My first tour of the school showed me what... More
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Monroe Elementary School
Current student
April 19, 2024
It is a safe school where I have made many friends over my 4 years here. The ASB plans a lot of fun events. The school just opened new tennis courts in the fall, the brand new football stadium is... More
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La Mirada High School