Serving 411 students in grades 9-12, Caro High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Caro High School serves the entire Caro, MI district, encompassing an area of approximately 117.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Caro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Caro High School's student population of 411 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Caro High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caro High School is 0.25, 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
#590 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caro High School's ranking?
Caro High School is ranked #590 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Caro High School often compared to?
Caro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cass City Jr And Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Caro High School?
The graduation rate of Caro High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Caro High School?
411 students attend Caro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Caro High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caro High School?
Caro High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Caro High School offer ?
Caro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caro High School part of?
Caro High School is part of Caro Community Schools.
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