Best Sanford Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 939 students in Sanford, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sanford, MI are Meridian Elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sanford have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best Public Elementary 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 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 elementary schools in Sanford, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Sanford, MI include Meridian Elementary School and Meridian Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sanford?
2 public elementary schools are located in Sanford.
What is the racial composition of students in Sanford?
Sanford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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