Oakdale High Decathletes Dominate Academic Competition

Team wins 23rd county title and qualifies for state championships

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Oakdale High School's Academic Decathlon team earned first place honors for the fifth consecutive year at the 46th Annual Stanislaus County Academic Decathlon. The team also captured the Super Quiz title and individual team members and alternates won medals across a variety of academic categories.

Why it matters

Oakdale High's continued dominance in the Academic Decathlon showcases the school's commitment to academic excellence and the strength of its educational programs. The team's success also highlights the talent and dedication of the students involved, who have worked hard to excel in this prestigious competition.

The details

In addition to the overall team victory, Oakdale High students earned individual medals in a range of subjects including essay, speech, interview, math, science, economics, language and literature, art, music, and social science. Several team members and alternates placed in the top spots in their respective categories and competition levels.

  • The 46th Annual Stanislaus County Academic Decathlon was held on February 7, 2026.
  • The Oakdale High team will travel to the California Academic Decathlon State Competition in Santa Clara from March 19-22, 2026.

The players

Oakdale High School

A public high school located in Oakdale, California that has dominated the Stanislaus County Academic Decathlon for over two decades.

Stanislaus County Office of Education

The organization that oversees and coordinates the Stanislaus County Academic Decathlon competition.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

The Oakdale High School Academic Decathlon team will represent Stanislaus County at the California Academic Decathlon State Competition in Santa Clara from March 19-22, 2026.

The takeaway

Oakdale High School's continued success in the Academic Decathlon demonstrates the strength of its educational programs and the dedication of its students. The school's 23 county titles over the past 46 years is an impressive feat that highlights the value placed on academic excellence in the community.