MUSKEGON COVENANT ACADEMY

Muskegon Covenant Academy is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Muskegon Covenant Academy school district, located in Muskegon, MI with about 244 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, Muskegon Covenant Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 34:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Muskegon Covenant Academy, located at 125 Catherine Ave in Muskegon, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter high school dedicated to serving students who have struggled in traditional academic settings. As part of a network of Covenant Academies, the school focuses on "re-engaging" students—often those who are credit-deficient or at risk of dropping out—by providing a personalized, supportive, and flexible educational environment designed to help them earn their high school diploma and prepare for life after graduation.

The school is known for its emphasis on small class sizes, individualized instruction, and a strong sense of community. By integrating academic rigor with social-emotional support, Muskegon Covenant Academy aims to remove the barriers that prevent students from succeeding, offering a path for those who need a non-traditional approach to reach their goals. The staff works closely with students to create tailored learning plans that address their unique needs, ultimately fostering a culture of accountability and achievement.

For more information, contact Muskegon Covenant Academy at (231) 720-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

125 Catherine Ave
Muskegon, MI 49442-3331
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MUSKEGON COVENANT ACADEMY is a public Title I Charter school in Muskegon, MI with about 244 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
(Alternative Education School)
Charter School:*
Yes
Grand Valley State University
Total Students:
244
Teachers:
7
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 244 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending MUSKEGON COVENANT ACADEMY is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 80% of the student body.

Black or African American
80.3%
White
10.2%
Hispanic/Latino
7.0%
Two or more races
2.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
54.5%
Male
45.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.