For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 515 students in Sandusky, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Sandusky, MI are Sanilac Isd Special Education Services 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 high schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Sandusky have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Sandusky, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sandusky Juniorsenior High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High 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 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 high schools in Sandusky, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Sandusky, MI include Sanilac Isd Special Education Services and Sandusky Juniorsenior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Sandusky?
2 public high schools are located in Sandusky.
What is the racial composition of students in Sandusky?
Sandusky public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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