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#2170 of 3,192 schools in MI
Caro Alternative High School
High School · Caro Community Schools
217 N STATE ST, Caro, MI 48723
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
49:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
49:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,170 of 3,192
In Caro
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Caro Community Schools
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Caro Alternative High School
High School in Caro · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Caro Alternative High School
Caro Alternative High School is a public high school in Caro, MI, part of Caro Community Schools. Caro Alternative High School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 49:1 student-teacher ratio. Caro Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,170 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Caro Alternative High School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Caro Alternative High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Caro Alternative High School runs 49:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
76% of students at Caro Alternative High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Caro Alternative High School — Students at Caro Alternative High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Caro Alternative High School Compares
See how Caro Alternative High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
217 N STATE ST, Caro, MI 48723
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Caro Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mayville Middle High School (rated 7.6/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Mayville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingston High School (rated 7.1/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AkronFairgrove JrSr High School (rated 7.0/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Fairgrove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Caro, see our Caro schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Schall Elementary School Caro | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Caro Middle School Caro | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| McComb Elementary School Caro | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Caro High School Caro | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Highland Pines School Caro | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Transition Center Caro | 1.2 mi | — |
| AkronFairgrove Elem School Akron | 8.1 mi | 7.2 |
| AkronFairgrove JrSr High School Fairgrove | 8.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Mayville Middle High School Mayville | 11.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Mayville Elementary School Mayville | 11.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Unionville | 11.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Clarence Fischer Center Vassar | 11.8 mi | — |
| UnionvilleSebewaing Elem School Unionville | 14.4 mi | 6.9 |
| UnionvilleSebewaing MiddleHigh School Sebewaing | 14.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Kingston High School Kingston | 11.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Vassar Senior High School Vassar | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Central School Vassar | 12.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Kingston Elementary School Kingston | 11.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ST LUKE S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Vassar | 12.8 mi | — |
| CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sebewaing | 16.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48723 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,618
Median Home Value
$131,300
Median Rent
$737/mo
Population
11,960
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
45
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caro Alternative High School
What grades does Caro Alternative High School serve?
Caro Alternative High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Caro Alternative High School?
Caro Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Caro Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Caro Alternative High School is 49:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Caro Alternative High School rank in MI?
Caro Alternative High School ranks #2,170 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Caro Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Caro Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Caro Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Caro Alternative High School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2019).
Is Caro Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Caro Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Caro Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Caro Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caro Alternative High School?
77.6% of students at Caro Alternative High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 49:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Tuscola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 75.5%
- Phone
- (989) 673-6845
- 4-Year Graduation
- 44.5%
Resources & Links
District
Caro Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,398
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,946
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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