11,520
Preschools
13,684
Elementary Schools
8,134
Middle Schools
6,086
High Schools
9,463
Public District Schools
1,448
Public Charter Schools
15,742
Private Schools
26,658
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
427,795 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 1020 schools -
San Diego Unified School District
93,893 students | SAN DIEGO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 229 schools -
Fresno Unified School District
69,668 students | FRESNO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 108 schools -
Long Beach Unified School District
65,554 students | LONG BEACH, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 87 schools -
Elk Grove Unified School District
62,061 students | ELK GROVE, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 70 schools
Reviews From Schools in California
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Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
As a guardian of a rising senior and his older sister, I am thrilled to share our wonderful experience at PacBay. My senior came to the US as an international student and spent his first high school... More
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Pacific Bay Christian School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
My child suffered a serious violent incident at this school, yet the school failed to take proper protective measures or show any responsible response afterward.
This was not an isolated incident—two... More
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Larchmont Charter School
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2025
Our child started kindergarten this year and has had a wonderful experience. The school was incredibly welcoming by both teachers and administration. Besides their regular classes it also includes... More
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St. Raymond