THOMAS C. CARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL
Thomas C. Cario Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Charleston 01 school district, located in Mt. Pleasant, SC with about 1,193 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 66 teachers, Thomas C. Cario Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Thomas C. Cario Middle School, located in the rapidly growing community of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, is a highly regarded public school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Charleston County School District, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, consistently ranking among the top-performing middle schools in the state. The campus is designed to support a robust curriculum that balances core academics with a wide variety of elective opportunities, ensuring students are well-prepared for the transition to high school.
Beyond its focus on rigorous classroom instruction, Thomas C. Cario Middle is recognized for its vibrant school culture and emphasis on holistic student development. The school offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs, which help foster a strong sense of community and school spirit. With its strategic location in the heart of Mount Pleasant and a dedicated staff focused on student engagement and achievement, the school remains a cornerstone of the local educational landscape.
For more information, contact Thomas C. Cario Middle at (843) 856-4595 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29466
(843) 856-4595
THOMAS C. CARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Mt. Pleasant, SC with about 1,193 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Charleston 01
- Total Students:
- 1,193
- Teachers:
- 66.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Supplemental Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,193 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending THOMAS C. CARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.
- White
- 87.1%
- Black or African American
- 5.6%
- Asian
- 2.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.8%
- Male
- 49.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.