Carleton Middle School

8900 15 Mile Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Carleton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 619 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Carleton Middle School's student population of 619 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
619 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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School Rankings

Carleton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carleton Middle School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1940 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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21%
35%
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42%
45%
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34%
38%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
13%
4%
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Hispanic
2%
9%
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Black
21%
18%
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White
61%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.57
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carleton Middle School's ranking?
Carleton Middle School is ranked #1940 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carleton Middle School often compared to?
Carleton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beer Middle School, Carter Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Carleton Middle School?
619 students attend Carleton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carleton Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carleton Middle School?
Carleton Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carleton Middle School offer ?
Carleton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carleton Middle School part of?
Carleton Middle School is part of Warren Consolidated Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 619 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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