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Vermont has a Penn Stake of 72.2. In Vermont, fantastic universities such as the University of Vermont and Middlebury College can be found.
Connecticut has a Penn Stake of 73.8. The state boasts universities such as Yale and the University of Connecticut.
Colorado has a Penn Stake of 69.4 and is home to the University of Colorado Boulder and Colorado College.
Massachusetts has a Penn Stake of 93.9, making it the most intelligent US state. Universities here include Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
New Jersey has a Penn Stake of 69.5. It is home to over 5,000 information and technology companies as well as several prestigious universities such as Princeton University and Rutgers University.
New Hampshire has a Penn Stake of 70.5. It is a large hub for biotech and medical research industries. Here you'll also find Dartmouth College and the University of New Hampshire.
Utah has a Penn Stake of 55.5. Here, you'll find top universities such as the University of Utah and Brigham Young University (BYU).
South Carolina has a Penn Stake of 28. In South Carolina, you'll find the University of South Carolina and Clemson University, amongst numerous others.
Kentucky has a Penn Stake of 30.5. The University of Kentucky and Bellarmine University are two schools located in Kentucky.
Louisiana has a Penn Stake of 15.2. Here, Tulane University and Lousiana State University can be found.
West Virginia has a Penn stake of 12.6, making it the least educated US state on the list. Here there is West Virginia University and Marshall University.
Sources: (World Population Review) (U.S. News & World Report)
See also: The welcome signs of every US state (and their meaning)
Nevada has a Penn Stake of 20. The University of Nevada, Reno, and Nevada State College are two popular schools in Nevada.
The Penn Stakes measure takes a broad look at intelligence across the US, considering factors like education levels, IQ scores, and standardized test results. This ranking, done by World Population Review, offers an overview of how different states compare in terms of cognitive and educational achievement. Beyond the numbers, it reflects the unique lifestyle and opportunities that shape each region. Universities play a key role in this, influencing the academic and cultural fabric of their states. From prestigious institutions to regional leaders, higher education is an essential part of the story.
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The Penn Stakes measure takes a broad look at intelligence across the US, considering factors like education levels, IQ scores, and standardized test results. This ranking, done by World Population Review, offers an overview of how different states compare in terms of cognitive and educational achievement. Beyond the numbers, it reflects the unique lifestyle and opportunities that shape each region. Universities play a key role in this, influencing the academic and cultural fabric of their states. From prestigious institutions to regional leaders, higher education is an essential part of the story.
Curious to see which state is considered the smartest? Click through now to find out.