Serving 194 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 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
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 Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- 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 High School Southwest ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Covenant High School Southwest's student population of 194 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Covenant High School Southwest 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)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
51%
9%
Black
40%
18%
White
8%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 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 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Covenant High School Southwest?
194 students attend Covenant High School Southwest.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Covenant High School Southwest students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 8% 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 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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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