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School Overview

Data & methodology
Overall
C
Matriculation B-
Academics C
Extracurriculars C
Community B+
Reviews B
Since 1883, Houghton Academy has offered a traditional, college-preparatory education based on a Christian worldview. Positive, hard-working students develop a global perspective while living on a safe, rural campus with peers from around the world.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$42,000
Enrollment
120
International Students
54%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
54%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:13
Endowment
$0 million
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1225
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
9
Boarding %
55

Matriculation

(2020-2024)
Ranking University/College Students
#4 Maryland Institute College of Art 1 +
LAC #1 Williams College 1 +
#9 Pratt Institute 1 +
#11 School of Visual Arts 1 +
#17 Cornell University 1 +
#20 University of California: Los Angeles 1 +
#22 University of California: Berkeley 1 +
#23 Georgetown University 1 +
#23 University of Michigan 1 +

Academics

AP Courses

(16)
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Biology
Chemistry
Environmental Science
Physics 1
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Computer Science Principles
Statistics
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Psychology
United States Government and Politics
United States History
World History
English Language and Composition
Art History
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Sports

(5)
Basketball
Cheerleading
Golf
Soccer
Volleyball

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(11)
Band
Choir
Handbell Choir
Ski/Snowboard Club
Yearbook
Community Service Club
Band
Choir
Handbell Choir
Ski/Snowboard Club
Yearbook
Community Service Club
National Honor Society
Student Senate
Worship Team
Badminton Club
Drama Club
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Arts

(8)
Band
Choir
Music
Art History
Digital Photography
Studio Art
Band
Choir
Music
Art History
Digital Photography
Studio Art
Art
Design
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Contact Info

http://www.houghtonacademy.org
9790 Thayer Street Houghton, NY 14744
585-567-8115
admissionsteam@houghton.academy
New York

Basic Info

Co-ed
Boarding Grades: 7-12
Rural
IB: No
ESL: Yes
Year Founded: 1883
Campus Size: 25 acres
Boarding Rate: 55%
Religious Affiliation: Christian

Application Info

Deadline: 02/14
Interview: Zoom, International Admission Visits, WeChat, WhatsApp
Other Accepted Scores: SSAT,TOEFL,SAT
School Code:
TOEFL: 2144
SSAT: 4025
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Frequently Ask Questions about Houghton Academy

Tell me a bit about Houghton Academy.
Houghton Academy is Co-ed private boarding school located in New York, US. It was founded 1883 , and currently has about 120 students, 54.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit http://www.houghtonacademy.org.
Does Houghton Academy have rigorous academic requirements?
Houghton Academy is offering 16 AP courses.

Houghton Academy also have 54% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Houghton Academy students typically go for their colleges?
In 2020-2024, some students attended Maryland Institute College of Art, Williams College, Pratt Institute, School of Visual Arts and Cornell University.
What is the application requirement for Houghton Academy?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Houghton Academy’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Houghton Academy?
The total fee for Houghton Academy in 2024 is $42,000 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissionsteam@houghton.academy .
Where is Houghton Academy located?
Houghton Academy is located in the State of New York of USA.
How popular is Houghton Academy on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Houghton Academy is among the most popular schools, within top 272 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also Houghton Academy has been favorited by 68 users.
How do I complete an application for Houghton Academy?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Houghton Academy. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit Houghton Academy’s official site: http://www.houghtonacademy.org or call them at 585-567-8115.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Houghton Academy?
Yes, here are few: Buffalo Seminary, The Gow School and Fort Erie International Academy.

What is the FindingSchool rating for Houghton Academy?
The overall rating for Houghton Academy is C.

The section ratings of Houghton Academy are:
B- for Matriculation
C for Academics
C for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews

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Nearby City

Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland, the county seat of Cuyahoga County in Ohio, is a vibrant city known for its cultural institutions. It is home to the renowned Cleveland Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, and the famous Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The city also boasts the world-class Cleveland Orchestra and the historic Playhouse Square theater district. Designated as a global city, Cleveland is a hub for arts, culture, and education, attracting visitors and residents with its diverse offerings and rich history.
Population (2022) 433,748
Cost of Living Lower than the national average 6%
Nearby Airport Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

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