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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Teacher
April 23, 2025
Worst school, can't even afford books for the kids to learn but they can afford to spend $130 on tickets to go places and charter buses.. meanwhile, your kids aren't learning anything...
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Western Avenue Technology Magnet
Teacher
April 23, 2025
This is an excellent school with caring staff and wonderful community involvement. The students have good attendance because most of them want to come to school! Teachers want to see the students to... More
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Lyle S. Briggs Fundamental School
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2025
This review is long overdue. I have two kids currently attending this school as a 1st and 3rd grader. The teachers, staff, and principal are amazing. The school is very big on communication. ... More
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Wilson Elementary School