Top Rated Schools in This State

These are some of the top-rated public schools in California based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.

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Reviews From Schools in California

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Parent / Guardian
October 29, 2025
The preschool program, Children's House, is an exceptional Montessori program. The teachers are actually properly Montessori certified. They prpvide a nurturing and motivating environment. Our... More
Review for Maria Montessori Charter Academy
Parent / Guardian
October 29, 2025
BMU is a lifesaving kind of place. If you need a unique school that gets to know each student as an individual and supports them without judgement, you'll find it here. The staff really understand the... More
Review for BIG MINDS
Current student
October 29, 2025
I am a current student at HCA and I just want to say, this has been the best school experience of my life. The teaching is impeccable, and most students in this school are in vapa or steam magnets, or... More
Review for George Ellery Hale Charter Academy