Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sandusky Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandusky Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Sandusky Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandusky Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1089 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandusky Elementary School's ranking?
Sandusky Elementary School is ranked #1089 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sandusky Elementary School often compared to?
Sandusky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carsonvilleport Sanilac Elementary School, Meyer Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Sandusky Elementary School?
504 students attend Sandusky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sandusky Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandusky Elementary School?
Sandusky Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sandusky Elementary School offer ?
Sandusky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandusky Elementary School part of?
Sandusky Elementary School is part of Sandusky Community School District.
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