For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 396 students in Sanford, MI.
The top-ranked public high school in Sanford, MI is Meridian Early College High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sanford, MI public high school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Sanford have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Sanford, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Meridian Early College High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Sanford, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Early College High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3303 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Sanford, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Sanford, MI include Meridian Early College High School.
How many public high schools are located in Sanford?
1 public high schools are located in Sanford.
What is the racial composition of students in Sanford?
Sanford public high schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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