For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,016 students in 48471, MI.
The top ranked public schools in 48471, MI are Sanilac Isd Special Education Services, Sandusky Juniorsenior High School and Sandusky Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48471 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48471, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 48471, MI Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sanilac Isd Special Education Services
Special Education School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
46 N Jackson St
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Grades: PK-12
| 49 students
Rank: #22.
Sandusky Juniorsenior High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
191 E Pinetree Ln
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3401
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3401
Grades: 7-12
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Sandusky Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
395 S Sandusky Rd
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Grades: PK-6
| 504 students
48471, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
46 N Jackson Street
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2200
Grades: PK
| n/a students
138 Maple Valley Road
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Grades: K-4
| 466 students
Sandusky Alternative School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
191 East Pinetree Ln
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3400
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3400
Grades: 7-12
| 22 students
395 South Sandusky Rd
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3300
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-3300
Grades: 5-8
| 286 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 48471, MI?
The top ranked public schools in 48471, MI include Sanilac Isd Special Education Services, Sandusky Juniorsenior High School and Sandusky Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 48471?
3 public schools are located in 48471.
What is the racial composition of students in 48471?
48471 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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