Serving 196 students in grades 9-12, Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site 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 33:1 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 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 33:1
- 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 House Academy Detroit East 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 East Site's student population of 196 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant House Academy Detroit East 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)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
33:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
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
93%
49%
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 House Academy Detroit East Site?
The graduation rate of Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site?
196 students attend Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site?
Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site has a student ration of 33:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site offer ?
Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site part of?
Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site is part of Covenant House Academy Detroit School District.
In what neighborhood is Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site located?
Covenant House Academy Detroit East Site is located in the Gratiot Woods neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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