11,513
Preschools
13,655
Elementary Schools
8,121
Middle Schools
6,085
High Schools
9,452
Public District Schools
1,441
Public Charter Schools
15,719
Private Schools
26,623
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in California based on a variety of measures. 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
427,795 students | LOS ANGELES, CA
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 1012 schools -
San Diego Unified School District
93,893 students | SAN DIEGO, CA
Grades K-12 & Ungraded | 226 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
September 14, 2025
There is an account on TikTok posting ships or dips? No idea what that is but i don’t like it. The account is madison.ship7 I find it uncomfortable with students names being posted! Please try to... More
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Madison Avenue Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 14, 2025
Unfortunately, the school is no longer as wonderful because Luisa the director is not there. She was the magic that brought quality, excellence, and connections to the school. The owners profit from... More
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Cassidy Preschool
Parent / Guardian
September 14, 2025
This school is amazing. I've had my kids come here. The teachers are kind, and the kids are too. Bullying is not supported in this school, and what I have heard from my kids is cool. They have a ton... More
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Solvang Elementary School