Serving 164 students in grades 9-12, Covenant High School Southwest 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 39%). 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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≤5% (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
School Overview
Covenant High School Southwest's student population of 164 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant High School Southwest is 0.60, which is more 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)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
40%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤5%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 39% 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 Southwest?
The graduation rate of Covenant High School Southwest is 5%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Covenant High School Southwest?
164 students attend Covenant High School Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Covenant High School Southwest students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Covenant High School Southwest?
Covenant High School Southwest has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Covenant High School Southwest offer ?
Covenant High School Southwest offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covenant High School Southwest part of?
Covenant High School Southwest is part of Covenant Schools Detroit.
In what neighborhood is Covenant High School Southwest located?
Covenant High School Southwest is located in the Mexicantown neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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