For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 553 students in 48471, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48471, MI are Sanilac Isd Special Education Services and Sandusky Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 48471 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in 48471, MI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best 48471, MI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
395 S Sandusky Rd
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Sandusky, MI 48471
(810) 648-2488
Gr: PK-6 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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 elementary schools in 48471, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 48471, MI include Sanilac Isd Special Education Services and Sandusky Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 48471?
2 public elementary schools are located in 48471.
What is the racial composition of students in 48471?
48471 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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