Southeastern High School of Technology and Law is a public coeducational secondary school in Detroit, Michigan, United States. It is operated by the Detroit Public Schools. DPS will resume control of Southeastern High in fall 2017.
Serving 602 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 35%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% 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 602 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 88% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
602 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1917
Colors
White, Purple
School Motto
Students Rise. We All Rise.
School Rankings
Southeastern High School 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 Southeastern High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southeastern High School's ranking?
Southeastern High School is ranked #2878 out of 3,025 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 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 35% 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 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Southeastern High School?
602 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 Hispanic, 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 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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.
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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