For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,461 students in Caro, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Caro, MI are Caro High School, Caro Alternative High School and Highland Pines School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Caro, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Caro have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Caro, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caro High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 N Hooper St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3165
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3165
Gr: 9-12 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Caro Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 N State St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-6845
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-6845
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Highland Pines School
Special Education School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1381 Cleaver Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5200
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5200
Gr: PK-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Schall Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
325 E Frank St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3168
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3168
Gr: 3-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Caro Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
299 N Hooper St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3167
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3167
Gr: 6-8 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Caro Center
Special Education School
2000 Chambers Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3191
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3191
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
303 N Hooper St
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3169
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-3169
Gr: PK-2 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Transition Center
Special Education School
1383 Cleaver Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 672-6952
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 672-6952
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Tuscola Technology Center
Vocational School
1401 Cleaver Rd
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5300
Caro, MI 48723
(989) 673-5300
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Caro, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Caro, MI include Caro High School, Caro Alternative High School and Highland Pines School.
How many public schools are located in Caro?
9 public schools are located in Caro.
What is the racial composition of students in Caro?
Caro public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Caro are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Caro include: Caro Middle School vs. Caro High School
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