For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,374 students in Sanford, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Sanford, MI are Meridian Elementary School, Meridian Junior High School and Meridian Early College 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 33% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Sanford, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meridian Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3353 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3500
Gr: PK-4 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Meridian Junior High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3475 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3360
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3360
Gr: 5-8 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Meridian Early College High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3303 N Meridian Rd
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Sanford, MI 48657
(989) 687-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
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 Junior High School and Meridian Early College 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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