Thomas C. Cario Middle School

3500 Thomas Cario Boulevard

School District

Charleston 01
Grade

6-8
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:17
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by student on April 17, 2024

This school is not what my parents wanted me going into, the teachers are not often happy to help there students learn, Therre rather in for the paycheck. While very few teachers teach there kids well and care for there students the majority just want to be played. The principle Mr. Coleman is a great principle who is valued by almost every student; however the assistant principle is a lot to deal with, he has targeted multiple times including me, he makes us clean the tables and lets the cafe janitors sit on there phone while getting played to do almost nothing. I'm sorry but this school was not a good experience.
Submitted by parent on June 18, 2023

Not that great of a school, I sent both of my daughters here last year and they absolutely hated it, they told me about how they had no playing equipment and that tons of kids smoke, I was like kids this young smoke? I was in shock. Also the staff here don't really respond to emails and are very slow and not compliant with parents. don't really recommend this school.
Submitted by parent on March 29, 2023

I am I kid that went there they are very unnecessary and they will target kids that don’t apply there selves to all of there rules and if you’re kid has a disability or is kinda in the troubled side I would not send my kid there they like to take things to the Exra level the only decent grade I would put my kid in would be there 6th grade and a lot of older kids there smoke in the bathrooms and they took the girls mirrors in the bathroom because they would try in fix their mascara, and make up
Submitted by other on January 02, 2022

My experience at this school was horrible. I was bullied relentlessly and nobody did anything to stop it. The bathrooms were inhumane, toilet water flooding the floors, pee on the floors, graffiti everywhere. Someone even took the toilet off of the ground. This was 2020-2021, so it is probably pretty similar now, but from my experience I do not recommend this school.
Submitted by student on November 29, 2021

This is the worst school I have ever been to. All of the teachers have favorite students no matter what and alot teachers are bias. Do not send your kid here please. I know a bunch of kids including myself who have formed reflexes to getting hit at the school. And also not to mention the amount of harassment from other students the obvious harassment but yet teachers don't do anything. The only thing that I've learned from the school is how to stay up till 2 a.m. doing work. It doesn't help how all of the teachers act like their gods it's torture. Yes they do help kids with learning disabilities but they treat these kids amazingly and help them with everything... But the other students... oh, they're all on their own. DO NOT SEND YOUR KID HERE FOR THERE OWN SAKE!
Submitted by parent on May 19, 2021

Racial issues and it does not lie within the students. It's 2021 get over yourselves and teach all kids as they should be taught, not degrade them because of their skin color. Sickening!
Submitted by parent on October 24, 2017

A lot of times for Middle schoolers, school can be VERY stressful! I love my school, because they make a very friendly and helpful environment for students. Don't get me wrong there's still hard work involved, but Cario makes it not seem as bad. Also, there are so many activities going on every day and there's something for all interests.
Submitted by parent on October 18, 2017

Cario is an amazing school with very qualified teachers. I feel fortunate that my child has been able to go to a school with so many academic opportunities. The band, orchestra and chorus departments are the best I’ve ever seen. I volunteer every week at Cario and get to interact with teachers and administrators and know first hand that Cario is an exceptional school because of the leadership of a very dedicated principal and the support of every teacher and staff member. I feel that every teacher cares about my child excelling academically and has helped navigate the social issues of middle school.
Submitted by parent on September 20, 2017

My son went through Cario Middle School several years ago. I loved it back then and still love it now that my daughter is going through. They have added so many related arts classes. Also I LOVE the Guidance Department.The Band, Chorus, Orchestra and Drama are top notch here at this school. The band teacher has taken it to a whole new level. They sound Great!!!
Submitted by parent on January 06, 2016

As in any school there are good things and less than perfect things. Fortunately, at Cario the good ones outweigh by far the bad ones. Teaching nowadays is more challenging than in the past and Cario faculty does a great keeping their students engaged. There are regular classes and an honor class, the difference is that a higher standard is expected from honor students. The school provides the means for the students who want -and have the drive- to succeed. Every time I approached teachers to learn about my daughter’s progress they provided detailed information and useful tips on how we could support her and reinforce what the school was teaching her. This is what makes Cario a great school.
Submitted by parent on November 05, 2015

If you are not in honors classes they have no regard for your child. They don't take the time to get to know the students. I have had three children attend this school and am ready to move my last child into a new school. There are a handful of good teachers but for every good teacher there is a bad teacher. They don't use common sense.
Submitted by parent on May 27, 2015

Hi, we are from San Juan, Puerto Rico, my son is in 7 th Grade, we came a year ago, and this is a bless school, the best teachers, my son learned so much, they go that extra mile always to help you. Everything is so organized, so clean. The principal Mrs. Sharon Randall, god bless her for all the hard work, her attention always to details, caring about all the student. Keep the good job. Mrs. Fernández
Submitted by parent on February 11, 2015

This has been the MOST frustrating experience. We have had the worst experience here, from teachers that are not understood, to bullies, to a school who for some strange reason is unwilling to move a child from an honors class even when they are FAILING. Absolutely just go someplace else.
Submitted by parent on December 03, 2014

Cario is a great place for kids! Hard working teachers, administrators, and staff. Great community of parents and volunteers.
Submitted by parent on December 03, 2014

My daughter attended all 3 years at Cario, was in all honors and excelled in Band. She loved Cario; which made an easy transition for her in to Wando HS. Cario's curriculum prepares students to the next level -- high school.
Submitted by other on December 03, 2014

Student's test scores are very high. Cario is very safe. Students are really nice and there are always new students, so if you are going to be a new student, it's not a big deal. Teachers seem to really care about the students.
Submitted by parent on December 02, 2014

Thomas C. Cario Middle School is a great asset to the community. The front office staff is exceptional, teachers are motivating and the students are very excited to help new students.
Submitted by other on December 02, 2014

We have visited several schools in the Mt. Pleasant area and feel that Cario will be a great fit for our family. The faculty and staff were very informative and helpful.
Submitted by parent on December 02, 2014

This is a great school with huge parent involvement and great admin support for all those involved.
Submitted by parent on May 29, 2014

Worse school I have ever seen. They need to get their prioriities straight, have called several times about students bullying and was told they would get to in when they got to me on the list. We came from a state where the schools are rated no. 2 in the nation, where there is a zero tolerance policy for bullies. To those of you who are considering this school, do not be fooled by the 10 rating, look deeper, I wish I had, the younger child who was a straight A student now hates school, has stomach aches, bites her nails and crys every day when she has to go to school.