For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 434 students in 48723, MI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48723, MI are Caro Alternative High School, Highland Pines School and Caro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 48723 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 48723, MI have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 48723, MI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 48723, MI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 48723, MI include Caro Alternative High School, Highland Pines School and Caro Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 48723?
3 public middle schools are located in 48723.
What is the racial composition of students in 48723?
48723 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public middle schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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