Three local schools earn Healthiest Schools designation
Scripps Ranch High School, Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School and Miramar Ranch Elementary School are Scripps Ranch schools among 42 schools across the San Diego Unified School District that have been recognized as America’s Healthiest Schools, a national distinction sponsored by Kaiser Permanente and presented by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation. The recognition honors schools that are leading the way in supporting the physical, mental and social-emotional well-being of students, staff and families.
The 2026 recognition builds on San Diego Unified’s ongoing efforts to take a whole-child approach to education. Through its Student Achievement Goals, the district has identified improving student wellness as its top priority, recognizing that academic achievement and student well-being are deeply connected.
“Student wellness is the foundation for everything we want our students to achieve,” said Dr. Fabi Bagula, superintendent of San Diego Unified School District. “When students feel physically and emotionally well, when they know they belong and have caring adults supporting them, they are better prepared to learn and reach their full potential. Having 42 schools recognized nationally as America’s Healthiest Schools is a testament to the educators, staff, students, families and community partners who make wellness part of how we support children every day.”
America’s Healthiest Schools is one of the nation’s longest-running recognition programs honoring schools for creating healthier learning environments. Schools are evaluated across nine categories, including nutrition and food access, physical activity, staff well-being, social-emotional climate and family engagement.
—San Diego Unified School District