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Travel + Leisure
4 days ago
- General
- Travel + Leisure
This City Was Just Named the Healthiest Place to Live in the U.S. for 2025
Each year, reveals the healthiest places in the nation, based on "a comprehensive assessment of the general health levels among residents in an area." The company considers key indicators of personal health, including smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, rates of obesity, and people's access and proximity to health care facilities, including gyms, doctors, and mental health practitioners. And this year, named Berkeley, California, the healthiest city in the U.S. The Alameda County city is less than half an hour from San Francisco, and boasts 256 sunny days per year and a mild Mediterranean climate. Residents don't have to travel far to enjoy time in nature and stay active—Berkeley has over 50 parks with sports facilities, trails, and playgrounds. Additionally, places like Muir Woods National Monument, Yosemite National Park, and Pinnacles National Park offer even more options for outdoor recreation. In fact, the city was named the No. 1 Healthiest Place to Live in America and the No. 1 Healthiest City, really driving home the point that this is indeed a healthy place. Berkeley also snagged an A+ rating for its schools, A+ for nightlife, and an A+ for outdoor activities, which surely helps to keep its population in tip-top shape. The only categories it falls short in are housing, where it scored a C-, crime and safety, which also nabbed it a C-, and the cost of living, where it scored a low D+. And these grades are well reflected in the local reviews. "Berkeley is a totally unique city. I have never seen another place so littered with diversity. There are all kinds of people from all walks of life, and there is no place as notorious as Berkeley for self-expression," one person shared on "Life is technically not great here, with expensive and rare housing opportunities and a struggling job market, but for all aspects of life where life is actually supposed to be fun, Berkeley thrives." But this isn't the only place people can feel that healthy buzz. Cambridge, Massachusetts, ranked second, followed by Irvine, California, Bellevue, Washington, and Seattle, Washington, rounding out the top five healthiest cities in the country. You can see where your city ranks and read the complete list at
USA Today
5 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Ranking the SEC Party Schools from best to worst
Ranking the SEC Party Schools from best to worst There are a lot of great "Party Schools" in the SEC. In fact, according to a comprehensive party school ranking by Niche, 12 of the 16 schools in the conference receive an "A+" grade in the party school category. All 12 land in the top 66 party schools in the nation. Niche used a number of factors in its ranking methodology. Among the factors are student surveys, access to bars and restaurants, athletics and greek life. A lot of the student surveys include good parties around football games and tailgates. You also have a couple cities on the list that have great bar scenes on their own like Austin and Nashville. There are a lot of built in parties mentioned around the conference, like Roundup at Texas, Mardi Gras at LSU, Row Week at Arkansas and so on. And of course, Florida and Georgia co-host the World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail party. Here is full ranking of Best Party Schools in the SEC according to 1. University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa, AL (Party School Rank: No. 4) Party Rankings: Alabama ranks high in parties almost every night of the week, football parties and tailgates and Wednesday through Sunday options. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Galletes, Houndstooth, and Innisfree 2. University of Georgia - Tuscaloosa, AL (Party School Rank: No. 6) Party Rankings: Georgia ranks high in parties almost every night of the week, the Florida-Georgia game and Wednesday through Sunday options. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Flanagan's Bar, The Roadhouse, 1785 Bar & Grill, Bar South, Boar's Head Lounge 3. University of Mississippi - Oxford, MS (Party School Rank: No. 13) Party Rankings: Ole Miss ranks high in parties almost every night of the week, the Grove and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: The Library, The Blind Pig Pub, Round Table On The Square, Rafters Bar And Grill, City Grocery, The Growler 4. University of Oklahoma - Norman, OK (Party School Rank: No. 25) Party Rankings: OU ranks high in game day parties, Wednesday through Sunday options and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Logie's On The Corner, Library Bar & Grill, Louie's On The Corner, The Winston, O'Connell's Irish Pub and Grille 5. University of South Carolina - Columbia, SC (Party School Rank: No. 27) Party Rankings: South Carolina ranks high in parties almost every night of the week, football parties and tailgates and Wednesday through Sunday options. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Group Therapy, Bird Dog, 5 Points Saloon, Tin Roof , Jake's Bar & Gril, Breakers Bar and Grill , The Grand 6. University of Texas - Austin, TX (Party School Rank: No. 30) Party Rankings: Texas ranks high in parties almost every night of the week, Wednesday through Sunday options and roundup. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: 6th Street, Buck Wild, Crown and Anchor Pub, Dirty Bill's, Hole in the Wall, The Library Bar 7. Vanderbilt University - Nashville, TN (Party School Rank: No. 31) Party Rankings: Vandy ranks high in Wednesday through Sunday options, Rites of Spring and football tailgates. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: The Local, The Patterson House, Corner Bar At Elliston Place, Old Glory, Bobby's Idle Hour Tavern 8. University of Florida - Gainesville, FL (Party School Rank: No. 41) Party Rankings: Florida ranks high in Wednesday through Sunday options, football tailgates and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Balls, Salty Dog Saloon, University Club, Fat Daddy's, Arcade Bar, The Swamp Restaurant 9. LSU - Baton Rouge, LA (Party School Rank: No. 51) Party Rankings: LSU ranks high in tailgating, Wednesday-Sunday options and Mardi Gras. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Fred's in Tigerland, The Bulldog, Bogie's Bar, The House In Tigerland, Mike's In Tigerland. 10. University of Missouri - Columbia, MO (Party School Rank: No. 54) Party Rankings: Mizzou ranks high in Homecoming, Wednesday-Sunday options and parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Son of a Gun, Willie's, Harpo's, The Shot Bar, Nash Vegas, My House Nightclub & Sports Bar, The Roof, Campus Bar & Grill. 11. University of Arkansas - Fayetteville, AR (Party School Rank: No. 57) Party Rankings: Arkansas ranks high in Row Week, Wednesday-Sunday options and weekly parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Sideways, Yeehawg, The Amendment , The Piano Bar, Maxine's Tap Room, Hugo's, Vault 12. University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN (Party School Rank: No. 66) Party Rankings: Tennessee ranks high in football parties, Wednesday-Sunday options and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Cotton Eyed Joe, Back Door Tavern , Cool Beans Bar and Grill, Half Barrel, Scruffy City Hall 13. University of Kentucky - Lexington, KY (Party School Rank: No. 81) Party Rankings: Kentucky ranks high in March Madness on State Street, Wednesday-Sunday options and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Wild Cat Saloon, Ole Hookers, Bluegrass Tavern, The Burl, Stagger Inn, Tin Roof 14. Auburn University - Auburn, AL (Party School Rank: No. 91) Party Rankings: Auburn ranks high in football parties, Wednesday-Sunday options and Rodeo. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Southeastern, 17-16, SkyBar Cafe, The Avondale Bar & Tap Room, The Hound, Fat Daddy's Social Club 15. Texas A&M University - College Station, TX (Party School Rank: No. 119) Party Rankings: A&M ranks high in football parties, Chili Fest and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Dixie Chicken, Duddley's Draw, O'Bannon's Tap House, The Backyard, The Dry Bean Saloon 16. Mississippi State University - Starkville, MS (Party School Rank: No. 195) Party Rankings: MSU ranks high in Super Bulldawg Weekend, Bulldog Bash and greek parties. More on Campus Life Hot Spots: Fountain Bar, Dave's Dark Horse Tavern, The Guest Room, Lucky Tap, Hobie's On Main Follow us on X (formerly Twitter) at @LonghornsWire.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
These 3 Ohio school districts have the best teachers in the US. See the top 25
Education ranking and review site Niche unveiled its 2025 School Districts with the Best Teachers in America ranking. Three Ohio school districts landed in the top 25 best in the nation, including one at No. 1 overall. The ranking highlights the districts with the best teachers based on ratings, instructor salaries, student-teacher ratio and more. Here's which Ohio school system came out on top. Mariemont City Schools ranked highest for Districts with the Best Teachers, both in the nation and in Ohio, as well as second for Best Places to Teach in Ohio. Why? The district's 15-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio beats the national average of 17-to-1, and state test scores show that 90% of Mariemont City Schools students are proficient in math and 91% in reading, according to Niche. At the high school level, students have average scores of 29 on the ACT, 1300 on the SAT, and a 95% graduation rate. The Mariemont City Schools district oversees four Cincinnati-area institutions: Mariemont Elementary School, Terrace Park Elementary School, Mariemont Junior High School, and Mariemont High School. The district scored an A+ in most categories such as academics, college prep, and clubs and activities. However, it fell short in the diversity category, which evaluates racial, economic and cultural diversity from students and parents. Home to 25 public schools, Dublin City School district came in at No. 17 in the U.S. for the school districts with the best teachers. Dublin City Schools have a total of 16,736 students, with 73% of students proficient in math and 77% in reading, according to state test scores. Dublin City Schools was also among the best in Ohio in other Niche rankings, including No. 5 in best school districts, No. 6 in best places to teach, and No. 34 for best school districts for athletes. At the high school level, 95% of Dublin City Schools students graduate, and they tally average scores of 29 on the ACT and 1310 on the SAT. Oakwood City School District has 2,030 students with a 16-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Test scores show that 87% of students are proficient in math and 90% in reading. The district operates five public schools: Harman Elementary School, Smith Elementary School, Julian & Marjorie Lange School Elementary School, Oakwood Junior High School, and Oakwood High School. According to Niche, these are the top 25 school districts with the best teachers in the nation. Mariemont City Schools tops the list for 2025. Mariemont City Schools (Cincinnati) Rye City School District (Rye, New York) Glenbrook High School District 225 (Glenbrook, Illinois) East Williston Union Free School District (Old Westbury, New York) Heritage Academy (Mesa, Arizona) Bronxville Union Free School District (Bronxville, New York) Mahomet-Seymour Community Unit School District No. 3 (Mahomet, Illinois) Scarsdale Union Free School District (Scarsdale, New York) South Texas Independent School District (Mercedes, Texas) Northern Utah Academy for Math Engineering & Science (Nuames) (Layton, Utah) Township High School District No. 113 (Highland Park, Illinois) Adlai E. Stevenson High School District No. 125 (Lincolnshire, Illinois) Black River Public School (Holland, Michigan) Hewlett-Woodmere Union Free School District (Woodmere, New York) Syosset Central School District (Syosset, New York) Van Meter Community School District (Van Meter, Iowa) Dublin City Schools (Dublin, Ohio) Roslyn Union Free School District (Roslyn, New York) Hampton Township School District (Allison Park, Pennsylvania) Northshore School District (Bothell, Washington) New Trier Township High School District No. 203 (Northfield, Illinois) La Canada Unified School District (La Canada, California) SAU 70 (Hanover, New Hampshire) New Canaan Public Schools (New Canaan, Connecticut) Oakwood Schools (Dayton, Ohio) This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: 3 Ohio school districts have the best teachers in the US. See the top 25
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Best private high schools in the Boston metro area
Stacker compiled a list of the best private high schools in the Boston metro area using data from the Niche. Niche uses seven weighted factors for its rankings. A majority of the score is based on academics, but other factors include culture and diversity, sports, clubs and activities, resources, and surveys of parents, teachers and students. Location: Newton, Massachusetts Enrollment: 396 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Lexington, Massachusetts Enrollment: 317 (9:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Groton, Massachusetts Enrollment: 415 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Weston, Massachusetts Enrollment: 308 (7:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts Enrollment: 457 (4:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Boston, Massachusetts Enrollment: 258 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts Enrollment: 576 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Wellesley, Massachusetts Enrollment: 454 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Needham, Massachusetts Enrollment: 380 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Weston, Massachusetts Enrollment: 534 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: North Andover, Massachusetts Enrollment: 341 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Boston, Massachusetts Enrollment: 450 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Boston (Jamaica Plain), Massachusetts- Enrollment: 543 (6:1 student to teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: West Roxbury, Massachusetts Enrollment: 309 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts Enrollment: 1,048 (7:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Concord, Massachusetts Enrollment: 416 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Belmont, Massachusetts Enrollment: 465 (7:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Milton, Massachusetts Enrollment: 1,020 (6:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Southborough, Massachusetts Enrollment: 377 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Boston, Massachusetts Enrollment: 245 (12:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Concord, Massachusetts Enrollment: 426 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Dedham, Massachusetts Enrollment: 631 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Boston, Massachusetts Enrollment: 157 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Andover, Massachusetts Enrollment: 1,187 (5:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ Location: Groton, Massachusetts Enrollment: 383 (4:1 student-to-teacher ratio) Niche grade: A+ A foreign student and foreign worker paradox at Mount Holyoke College (The Republican Editorials) Gov. Healey at Mount Holyoke: 'This is a moment that clarifies our values' What are schools doing to save vulnerable students? Latest Trump attack on Harvard is 'most serious' yet, former school president and Harvard critic says Here's everything Trump has stripped from Harvard so far — and what is threatened Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
This Low-Key Chicago Suburb Has Just Been Named The Best Place To Live In America For The Second Year In A Row
Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Chicago suburb Naperville is one of Illinois' best-kept secrets, but it's unlikely to remain that way as the upscale enclave has just been judged the best place to live in America for the second year in a row. Niche, a popular rankings and review site used by people looking for neighborhoods and schools, scored Naperville a rare overall A+. Only the Illinois weather let the city down, earning a humble C, while cost of living, commuting and crime, safety, and nightlight earned commendable B's. Housing is relatively affordable for a generally affluent commuter city, with Zillow's median home value just below $600,000. Don't Miss: Hasbro, MGM, and Skechers trust this AI marketing firm — Inspired by Uber and Airbnb – Deloitte's fastest-growing software company is transforming 7 billion smartphones into income-generating assets – Finishing top of a list of 230 cities and over 18,000 smaller communities nationwide is quite an accomplishment for Naperville. So what makes it so special? The city of just under 150,000 residents has 'a dense suburban feel, and most residents own their homes,' Niche says. "In Naperville, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Naperville, and residents tend to have moderate political views,' the report reads. 'It's a big city with a small town feel,' Mayor Scott Wehrli told the Daily Mail. Most locals share this sentiment: 'You commonly will recognize somebody at different restaurants out and about just from their involvement in the school, sports, and community. It feels like everybody knows everybody,' Jenna Mandolini, the director of sales and marketing at Hotel Arista in downtown Naperville, told the outlet. Trending: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — According to the World Population Review, Naperville has exhibited all the essential signs of a city on the rise, with its population growing significantly over the past 45 years, from just 45,000 people in 1980 to almost 150,000 today, adding businesses, amenities, and diversity thanks to its commutable distance to Chicago. According to Wehrli, one of its significant growth factors was passing a decades-old law that required developers to donate land or cash for parks and school sites, a decision, he told the Mail, that 'became a model for cities across the country.' Naperville is indicative of a wider pattern that has seen the Chicago suburbs grow in population as more people have left the city due to high taxes, violence, and the pandemic, suburban Chicago newspaper Daily Herald reports. According to think tank Illinois Policy, citing Census data, Chicago has lost 128,000 residents since 2015, although there has been evidence of a slight reversal over the last two years. The Northwest suburbs are especially in demand, with Gen Xers and baby boomers drawn to relaxed, resort-type living and the range of accommodation types, the Herald states, attracting residents who would rather rent than be saddled with a mortgage. According to U.S. Census data, as cited by Secret Chicago, the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin area ranked ninth in the nation for numeric growth, adding 70,762 residents between 2023 and 2024. Read Next: , which provides access to a pool of short-term loans backed by residential real estate with just a $100 minimum. Invest Where It Hurts — And Help Millions Heal: Image: Shutterstock Send To MSN: 0 This article This Low-Key Chicago Suburb Has Just Been Named The Best Place To Live In America For The Second Year In A Row originally appeared on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
