For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,577 students in 44870, OH.
The top ranked public high schools in 44870, OH are Perkins High School and Sandusky High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 44870 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in 44870, OH have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 44870 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Ohio average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Perkins High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 44870, OH Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perkins High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3714 Campbell St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-1252
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-1252
Gr: 9-12 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Sandusky High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2130a Hayes Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1068
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1068
Gr: 9-12 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
44870, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1925 Barker St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8124
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8124
Gr: PK-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
1215 Campbell St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8101
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8101
Gr: K-6 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
910 W Madison St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8359
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8359
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
328 E Monroe St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8160
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8160
Gr: K-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Sandusky Practical Nursing (Closed 2004)
Vocational School
407 Decatur St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
School Of Practical Nursing (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
407 Decatur St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
4501 Venice Heights Blvd
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1290
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1290
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 44870, OH?
The top ranked public high schools in 44870, OH include Perkins High School and Sandusky High School.
How many public high schools are located in 44870?
2 public high schools are located in 44870.
What is the racial composition of students in 44870?
44870 public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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