For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 986 students in Sandusky, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Sandusky, MI are Sanilac Isd Special Education Services, Sandusky Elementary School and Sandusky Juniorsenior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sandusky, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Sandusky have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sandusky, MI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanilac Isd Special Education Services
Special Education School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
46 N Jackson St
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Gr: PK-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Sandusky Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
395 S Sandusky Rd
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Gr: PK-6 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Sandusky Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
191 E Pinetree Ln
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3401
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3401
Gr: 7-12 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Sandusky, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
46 N Jackson Street
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Gr: PK
138 Maple Valley Road
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Gr: K-4 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Sandusky Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
191 East Pinetree Ln
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3400
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3400
Gr: 7-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
395 South Sandusky Rd
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3300
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3300
Gr: 5-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Sandusky, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Sandusky, MI include Sanilac Isd Special Education Services, Sandusky Elementary School and Sandusky Juniorsenior High School.
How many public schools are located in Sandusky?
3 public schools are located in Sandusky.
What is the racial composition of students in Sandusky?
Sandusky public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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