Top 3 Best Sanford Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,347 students in Sanford, MI.
The top ranked public schools in Sanford, MI are Meridian Elementary School, Meridian Early College High School and Meridian Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sanford, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Sanford have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Sanford, MI (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3353 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Grades: PK-4
| 543 students
Rank: #22.
Meridian Early College High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3303 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Meridian Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3475 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3360
Grades: 5-8
| 396 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Sanford, Michigan

Sanford, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
3303 North Highway M-30
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Grades: 9-12
| 51 students
2534 North West River Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Grades: PK
| n/a students
2534 W. River Road
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3455
Grades: K-5
| 192 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Sanford, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Sanford, MI include Meridian Elementary School, Meridian Early College High School and Meridian Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Sanford?
3 public schools are located in Sanford.
What is the racial composition of students in Sanford?
Sanford public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).

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