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Caro High School

High School · Caro Community Schools

301 NORTH HOOPER ST, Caro, MI 48723

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

19:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,515 of 3,192

In Caro

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Caro Community Schools

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Caro High School

6.4/10

High School in Caro · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Caro High School

Caro High School is a public high school in Caro, MI, part of Caro Community Schools. Caro High School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Caro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,515 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Caro High School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Caro 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
College Readiness6.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation11.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,946
Chronic Absenteeism31%

Caro High School — Students at Caro High School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.5/10.

How Caro High School Compares

See how Caro High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in MI
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
15
8 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
11.7% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
8 boys'·7 girls'·21 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

301 NORTH HOOPER ST, Caro, MI 48723

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Caro High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mayville Middle High School (rated 7.6/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Mayville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kingston High School (rated 7.1/10, 12.2 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AkronFairgrove JrSr High School (rated 7.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Fairgrove), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Caro, see our Caro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.5 mi
School Distance Rating
McComb Elementary School Caro 0.1 mi 7.1
Caro Middle School Caro 0.1 mi 5.1
Caro Alternative High School Caro 0.7 mi 5.5
Schall Elementary School Caro 0.8 mi 6.3
Highland Pines School Caro 1.4 mi 7.4
Transition Center Caro 1.5 mi
AkronFairgrove Elem School Akron 7.5 mi 7.2
AkronFairgrove JrSr High School Fairgrove 7.6 mi 7.0
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Unionville 11.3 mi 5.5
Mayville Middle High School Mayville 11.4 mi 7.6
Mayville Elementary School Mayville 11.5 mi 6.6
Clarence Fischer Center Vassar 11.3 mi
UnionvilleSebewaing Elem School Unionville 14.1 mi 6.9
Vassar Senior High School Vassar 11.9 mi 6.7
UnionvilleSebewaing MiddleHigh School Sebewaing 14.3 mi 6.6
Central School Vassar 11.8 mi 4.6
ST LUKE S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Vassar 12.3 mi
Kingston High School Kingston 12.2 mi 7.1
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sebewaing 16.3 mi 5.1
Kingston Elementary School Kingston 12.5 mi 6.7

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 High School

What grades does Caro High School serve?

Caro High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Caro High School?

Caro High School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Caro High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Caro High School is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Caro High School rank in MI?

Caro High School ranks #1,515 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Caro High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Caro High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Caro High School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Caro High School a charter school?

No, Caro High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Caro High School a Title I school?

No, Caro High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Caro High School?

51.8% of students at Caro 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Tuscola County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.0%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Caro Community Schools
District Enrollment
1,398
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,946
District Rank
#2 of 5

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