11,518
Preschools
13,513
Elementary Schools
7,928
Middle Schools
5,902
High Schools
9,191
Public District Schools
1,372
Public Charter Schools
15,872
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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 19, 2024
Could not have asked for a better place for my kids to grow up at. Everyone from the teachers to the custodians are genuinely kind, care about the kids, and are enthusiastic about learning and... More
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Brentwood Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 19, 2024
Three kids have gone through Adams. Could not have had better outcomes. Worth braving the morning drop off traffic jam.
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Adams (J. Douglas) Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 19, 2024
My daughter started at this preschool during COVID days in September 2021 and will be leaving to attend Kindergarten at her local public school. She has had a wonderful experience at Toluca and loved... More
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Toluca Crossroads School