Serving 638 students in grades 6-8, Carleton Middle 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carleton Middle School serves the northeast part of Sterling Heights, MI, covering an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carleton Middle School's student population of 638 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
638 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carleton Middle 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 Carleton Middle School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1940 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dynamic Futures
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carleton Middle School's ranking?
Carleton Middle School is ranked #1940 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carleton Middle School often compared to?
Carleton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carter Middle School, Beer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carleton Middle School?
638 students attend Carleton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Carleton Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carleton Middle School?
Carleton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carleton Middle School offer ?
Carleton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carleton Middle School part of?
Carleton Middle School is part of Warren Consolidated Schools.
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