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Schools in California

12,640 schools in 1,088 cities and 58 counties · Data as of 10/01/2024

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Schools in California at a glance

  • With a population of 39,287,377, California has 12,640 schools (3.2 per 10,000 people).
  • Per person, that is 11% below the national rate (3.6 per 10,000).
  • It has more schools than any other state.
  • The largest group is Elementary School (46%), ahead of Private School and High School.
  • Los Angeles (1,085), San Diego (370) and San Jose (290) have the most, 14% of the state total combined.

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Frequently asked questions

How many schools are in California?
There are 12,640 schools in California in our data as of 10/01/2024.
Which California cities have the most schools?
Los Angeles (1,085), San Diego (370), San Jose (290), San Francisco (221), Fresno (175).