Serving 1,105 students in grades 6-8, Thomas C. Cario Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas C. Cario Middle serves the eastern part of Mount Pleasant, SC, covering an area of approximately 65.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance being about 9.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas C. Cario Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas C. Cario Middle School's student population of 1,105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,105 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas C. Cario Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas C. Cario Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#94 out of 1118 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
4%
31%
White
83%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas C. Cario Middle School's ranking?
Thomas C. Cario Middle School is ranked #94 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Thomas C. Cario Middle School often compared to?
Thomas C. Cario Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laing Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Thomas C. Cario Middle School?
1,105 students attend Thomas C. Cario Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Thomas C. Cario Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas C. Cario Middle School?
Thomas C. Cario Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Thomas C. Cario Middle School offer ?
Thomas C. Cario Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas C. Cario Middle School part of?
Thomas C. Cario Middle School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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