Serving 240 students in grades 9-12, Covenant High School Central 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 35%). 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 30:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 30:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covenant High School Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Covenant High School Central's student population of 240 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant High School Central is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
96%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≤5%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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 35% 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 High School Central?
The graduation rate of Covenant High School Central is 5%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Covenant High School Central?
240 students attend Covenant High School Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Covenant High School Central students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Covenant High School Central?
Covenant High School Central has a student ration of 30:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Covenant High School Central offer ?
Covenant High School Central offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covenant High School Central part of?
Covenant High School Central is part of Covenant Schools Detroit.
In what neighborhood is Covenant High School Central located?
Covenant High School Central is located in the North Corktown neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in North Corktown.
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