3 “Best Public Elementary School” and moved up two positions to No. 5 for “Best Public Middle School.” FAU High School made a considerable leap, ascending 16 spots to be named the No. 17 nationally for “Best College Prep Public High School,” an improvement of three places from the previous year. 3 spot for both “Best Public Elementary School” and “Best Public Middle School.” FAU High School improved its standing to No. 3 for both “Best Public High School” and “Best College Prep Public High School” in the state.