Southeast Career Pathways

1356 Jefferson Ave Se
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
: 
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Southeast Career Pathways ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 106 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Southeast Career Pathways's student population of 106 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Southeast Career Pathways ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeast Career Pathways is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2648 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

≤10%
35%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

≤20%
45%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
47%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Black
39%
18%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

White
8%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
92%
0.62

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

55-59%
81.8%

Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%

Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-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 is Southeast Career Pathways's ranking?
Southeast Career Pathways is ranked #2648 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeast Career Pathways?
The graduation rate of Southeast Career Pathways is 55-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Southeast Career Pathways?
106 students attend Southeast Career Pathways.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Southeast Career Pathways students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southeast Career Pathways?
Southeast Career Pathways has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Southeast Career Pathways offer ?
Southeast Career Pathways offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeast Career Pathways part of?
Southeast Career Pathways is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Southeast Career Pathways located?
Southeast Career Pathways is located in the SECA neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in SECA.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 106 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 55-59% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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