SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) -- One local school district has achieved recognition as the best in all of San Diego County and the third-best in California, according to Niche’s recently released 2026 Best Schools and Districts rankings.

The rankings, which evaluated over 11,000 school districts nationwide, spotlighted San Dieguito Union High School District as a standout among 42 public districts in the region and over 900 across the state.

Niche awarded the San Dieguito Union High School District an impressive overall grade of A+. The district excelled in several specific categories, receiving top marks in academics (A+), teachers (A+), college prep (A+), clubs and activities (A), sports (A), administration (A), as well as resources and facilities (A-). However, the school district received a

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