Serving 305 students in grades 6-8, Caro 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 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Caro Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Caro, MI, encompassing approximately 117.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caro Middle School's student population of 305 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Caro 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 Caro Middle School is 0.20, 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
#2110 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caro Middle School's ranking?
Caro Middle School is ranked #2110 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Caro Middle School often compared to?
Caro Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cass City Jr And Sr High School, Beaverton Elementary School, Caro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Caro Middle School?
305 students attend Caro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Caro Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Caro Middle School?
Caro Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Caro Middle School offer ?
Caro Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Caro Middle School part of?
Caro Middle School is part of Caro Community Schools.
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