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Fullerton may be recognized as the birthplace of the solid-body electric guitar by Leo Fender, but did you know this suburb of Los Angeles is also known as “The Education Community”? It’s home to award-winning elementary and secondary school systems, as well as five universities and colleges. In fact, celebrities like James Cameron, Steven Seagal, and Gwen Stefani are alumni of Fullerton College.

Fullerton Public School Districts

Two different school districts serve the city of Fullerton: the Fullerton School District and the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. Formed just a year after the city’s founding in 1888, the Fullerton School District consists of 15 elementary schools, two K–8 campuses, and three junior high schools — 11 of which are considered “California Distinguished Schools.” For grades 9–12, the Fullerton Joint Union High School District consists of six comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one alternative high school. According to GreatSchools.org, five schools in Fullerton score 9 out of 10, with one — Troy High School — receiving an impressive 10 out of 10. Among the schools’ many accolades are several “National Blue Ribbon Schools” nominations.

Private Schools in Fullerton

There are nine private schools in the Fullerton area, including Eastside Christian Schools and Veritas Classical Academy — both for K–12. According to Niche.com, Rosary Academy — an all-girls Catholic school serving students in grades 9–12 — scores an impressive A+, with 92% of the students going on to attend 4-year colleges after graduation among its many pluses. 

Fullerton Colleges and Universities

For advanced learning opportunities, Fullerton offers the following:

• California State University Fullerton – Ranked No. 4 for “Top Public Schools” and No. 5 for “Most Innovative Schools” by U.S. News & World Report in 2020.
• Fullerton College – The oldest community college in continuous operation in California (opened in 1913) that offers 122 Associate Degrees, 110 Career Technical Education Certificates, and 25 Transfer Associate Degrees. 
• Grace Mission University – A private, co-educational, theological institution emphasizing spiritual growth, a systematic study of the Bible, and pastoral training. 
• Hope International University – A private, non-denominational Christian university that consistently receives accolades for its online programs. 
• Marshall B. Ketchum University – A private, non-profit institution with multidisciplinary health care teaching facilities, including the Southern California College of Optometry, the School of Physician Assistant Studies, and the College of Pharmacy. 

To say that you can learn virtually anything in Fullerton is an understatement. Not to mention all the employment opportunities surrounding the many educational institutions. It’s no wonder the city has been voted one of the “Best Places to Live” by U.S. News & World Report.