Serving 679 students in grades 6-8, Carter 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 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 679 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carter Middle School serves the southeast part of Warren, MI, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carter Middle School's student population of 679 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
679 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Motto
Creating Dynamic Futures
School Rankings
Carter 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 Carter Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1923 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
23%
18%
White
53%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carter Middle School's ranking?
Carter Middle School is ranked #1923 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carter Middle School often compared to?
Carter Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carleton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carter Middle School?
679 students attend Carter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Carter Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carter Middle School?
Carter Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Carter Middle School offer ?
Carter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carter Middle School part of?
Carter Middle School is part of Warren Consolidated Schools.
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