U.S. News & World Report has unveiled its 2026-27 Best High Schools rankings, shining a light on schools across the nation—and highlighting how districts in Oneida, Herkimer, and Madison counties measure up. Covering both national and state-level performance, the latest report offers communities a lens into educational achievements close to home.

Surry Community College in Dobson has surpassed 3,100 enrolled students this fall, the highest total since before the pandemic. This surge underscores the college’s continued resilience and success, as indicated by its performance in recent rankings.