Class of 2015 Profile

We are looking forward to welcoming the class of 2015 to Houghton this coming September. These 266 students come to us from around the country and across the world bringing a unique blend of backgrounds, talents and abilities. We have put together a sampling of information and statistics to help you get to know the class of 2015 in a more personal way. Enjoy!

General statistics

  • 266 students
  • 22 states (54% from New York)
  • 6 foreign countries (Canada, Kazakhstan, Philippines, Senegal, South Korea, Uganda)
  • 32 church denominations represented
  • 94 members of National Honor Society
  • 37 homeschoolers
  • 36 children of Houghton alumni

Academics

  • Average SAT: Critical Reading (581), Math (567), Writing (552)
  • Middle 50% SAT: 1040-1250 (on Critical Reading and Math sections)
  • Average ACT: 25
  • Average high school GPA: 3.57
  • 37% or ranked students graduated in the top 10% of their high school class
  • 13 high school valedictorians
  • 55 students will participate in a Houghton Honors Program

The class of 2015 is an active bunch. Here is a sampling of their involvement in high school activities:

  • 25 varsity sports team captains
  • 10 class presidents
  • 24 Student Government members
  • 2 school newspaper editors

Volunteer, Church and Community Service

Houghton students are known for their passionate dedication to service. The class of 2013 continues this commitment bringing a wealth of church, volunteer and community service:

  • 26 members of their church worship team
  • 4 thirty-hour famine participants
  • 6  participate in Girl Scouts
  • 4 Salvation Army bell ringers
  • 2 Relay for Life participants
  • 2 Eagle Scouts

Mission trips

The Class of 2015 has a heart for missions. Students have gone on mission trips to 13 different countries and 8 US states.

US States:

  • Alabama
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Louisiana
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Pennsylvania
  • Texas

Foreign countries:

  • Honduras
  • Jamaica
  • Dominican Republic
  • Guatemala
  • Africa
  • Costa Rica
  • Italy
  • Peru
  • Canada
  • Thailand
  • Mexico
  • Haiti
  • Ukraine