Serving 307 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 34%). 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 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Caro Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Caro Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Caro Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2102 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Caro Middle School's ranking?
Caro Middle School is ranked #2102 out of 3,069 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 Beaverton Elementary School, Caro High School, 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
307 students attend Caro Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Caro Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 Middle School?
Caro Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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