Serving 636 students in grades 9-12, Southeastern High School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southeastern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southeastern High School's student population of 636 students has grown by 315% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 164% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1917
School Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Southeastern High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southeastern High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2915 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 is Southeastern High School's ranking?
Southeastern High School is ranked #2915 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Southeastern High School often compared to?
Southeastern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olympia High School, Cousino Senior High School, Cass Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southeastern High School?
The graduation rate of Southeastern High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Southeastern High School?
636 students attend Southeastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Southeastern High School students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southeastern High School?
Southeastern High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southeastern High School offer ?
Southeastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southeastern High School part of?
Southeastern High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Southeastern High School located?
Southeastern High School is located in the East Village neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in East Village.
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