Serving 228 students in grades 9-12, Covenant High School Grand Rapids 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 <50% (which is higher 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 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Covenant High School Grand Rapids ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Covenant High School Grand Rapids's student population of 228 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant High School Grand Rapids is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
31%
9%
Black
57%
18%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Covenant High School Grand Rapids?
The graduation rate of Covenant High School Grand Rapids is 15-19%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Covenant High School Grand Rapids?
228 students attend Covenant High School Grand Rapids.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Covenant High School Grand Rapids students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Covenant High School Grand Rapids?
Covenant High School Grand Rapids has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Covenant High School Grand Rapids offer ?
Covenant High School Grand Rapids offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Covenant High School Grand Rapids part of?
Covenant High School Grand Rapids is part of Covenant High School Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Covenant High School Grand Rapids located?
Covenant High School Grand Rapids is located in the SECA neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in SECA.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
CHS-GR Thanksgiving Break (no school)
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break Detroit--No School
March 30, 2026 (Monday)
CHS-GR Spring Break (no school)
April 03, 2026 (Friday)
CHS-GR Last Day of School for Students
June 17, 2026 (Wednesday)
CHS-GR No School (Summer Break)
June 18, 2026 (Thursday)
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