Best Schools in Carey, Ohio
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Carey by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Carey Elementary School
Elementary · Carey Exempted Village Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Carey High School
High · Carey Exempted Village Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$165,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$165,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Carey
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carey Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Carey High School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $76,813
- Median home value
- $165,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Carey compares
Ohio rank
#125 of 444
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Ohio avg (6.2)
Median household income
$77k
108% of Ohio median
Schools in this city
3
Carey Exempted Village Schools runs Carey's public schools
2 public schools. Carey Exempted Village Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Carey is a Carey Exempted Village Schools school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.6 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Carey, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Carey, Ohio
Carey, Ohio is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Carey show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Carey is Carey Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Carey is served by 1 school district: Carey Exempted Village Schools. These districts collectively serve 856 students.
Carey's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,813. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 372 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 142 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 484 students · 6th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Carey
Carey, Ohio · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,813
Median Home Value
$165,900
Median Rent
$816/mo
Population
6,095
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Carey has a median household income of $76,813. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,900, with a median rent of $816/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Ohio
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Carey, Ohio
How many schools are in Carey, Ohio?
Carey has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Carey, Ohio?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Carey is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Carey, Ohio?
The top-ranked school in Carey on MySchoolScout is Carey Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Carey, Ohio?
The top-ranked elementary school in Carey on MySchoolScout is Carey Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Carey, Ohio?
The top-ranked high school in Carey on MySchoolScout is Carey High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Carey, Ohio?
Carey is served by 1 school district: Carey Exempted Village Schools.
What is the education level in Carey, Ohio?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Carey have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Carey, Ohio?
The median household income in Carey is approximately $76,813 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Carey, Ohio?
Yes, Carey has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Our Lady of Consolation School with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Carey, Ohio?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Carey is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Carey, Ohio?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Ohio Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.