Serving 186 students in grades 9-12, Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- 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 House Academy Detroit Central Site ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site's student population of 186 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
2%
64%
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
96%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
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 40% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site?
The graduation rate of Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site?
186 students attend Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site?
Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site offer ?
Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site part of?
Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site is part of Covenant House Academy Detroit School District.
In what neighborhood is Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site located?
Covenant House Academy Detroit Central Site is located in the North Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in North Corktown.
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