For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 512 students in 48471, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in 48471, 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.
Public high schools in zipcode 48471 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 48471, MI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 48471 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best 48471, MI Public High Schools (2025-26)
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 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
48471, 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 48471, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in 48471, MI include Sanilac Isd Special Education Services and Sandusky Juniorsenior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 48471?
2 public high schools are located in 48471.
What is the racial composition of students in 48471?
48471 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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