Serving 180 students in grades 9-12, Covenant High School East ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covenant High School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Covenant High School East's student population of 180 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant High School East is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Covenant High School East?
The graduation rate of Covenant High School East is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Covenant High School East?
180 students attend Covenant High School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Covenant High School East students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covenant High School East?
Covenant High School East has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Covenant High School East offer ?
Covenant High School East offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Covenant High School East part of?
Covenant High School East is part of Covenant Schools Detroit School District.
In what neighborhood is Covenant High School East located?
Covenant High School East is located in the Gratiot Woods neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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