Best Schools in Houghton, New York
1 schools · 1 High
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Houghton Academy
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$146,100
home value · ACS
Schools
1
0 public · 1 private
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$146,100
home value · ACS
Top-Rated Schools in Houghton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houghton Academy | 5.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.9/10
- Median household income
- $82,500
- Median home value
- $146,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 56%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Houghton compares
Median household income
$83k
88% of New York median
About Schools in Houghton, New York
Houghton, New York is home to 1 schools, including 0 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
The highest-performing school in Houghton is Houghton Academy with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Houghton's community shows 56% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,500. The poverty rate in the area is 17.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houghton Academy
Private
58 students · 6th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Houghton
Houghton, New York · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,500
Median Home Value
$146,100
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
2,186
College Educated
56%
Homeownership
65%
Poverty Rate
17.0%
Community Profile
Houghton has a median household income of $82,500. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $146,100, with a median rent of $933/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Houghton, New York
How many schools are in Houghton, New York?
Houghton has 1 schools, including 0 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the top-ranked school in Houghton, New York?
The top-ranked school in Houghton on MySchoolScout is Houghton Academy with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Houghton, New York?
The top-ranked high school in Houghton on MySchoolScout is Houghton Academy with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the education level in Houghton, New York?
According to Census data, 56% of adults in Houghton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Houghton, New York?
The median household income in Houghton is approximately $82,500 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Houghton, New York?
Yes, Houghton has 1 private school alongside 0 public schools. The top-rated private school is Houghton Academy with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Houghton, New York?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Houghton is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Houghton, New York?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.