AkronFairgrove JrSr High School vs Caro High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
AkronFairgrove JrSr High School
Fairgrove · Public high · Grades 6–12
181 students
Caro High School
Caro · Public high · Grades 9–12
411 students
| Measure | AkronFairgrove JrSr High School Fairgrove, Michigan | Caro High School Caro, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #497 of 591 | #253 of 591 |
| National rank | #14589 of 16,910 | #8122 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 181 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.5% | 40.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | Fairgrove | Caro |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Caro High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.0 vs 23.9).
- •Caro High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Caro High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 27%).
- •Caro High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.6% vs 68.5%).
- •AkronFairgrove JrSr High School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.9).
- •Caro High School is the larger school with 411 students compared with 181.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is AkronFairgrove JrSr High School better than Caro High School?
On the Success Index (US), Caro High School ranks higher (51.0 vs 23.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are AkronFairgrove JrSr High School and Caro High School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Fairgrove and Caro in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
AkronFairgrove JrSr High School: 181. Caro High School: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do AkronFairgrove JrSr High School and Caro High School rank in Michigan?
AkronFairgrove JrSr High School is 497th of 591 and Caro High School is 253rd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).