For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,314 students in Standish, MI.
The top-ranked public schools in Standish, MI are Standishsterling Central Elementary School and Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Standish, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Standish have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Standish, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Standishsterling Central Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3789 Wyatt Rd
Standish, MI 48658
(989) 846-4526
Standish, MI 48658
(989) 846-4526
Gr: PK-6 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2401 Grove Street Rd
Standish, MI 48658
(989) 846-3660
Standish, MI 48658
(989) 846-3660
Gr: 7-12 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Standish, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in Standish, MI include Standishsterling Central Elementary School and Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School.
How many public schools are located in Standish?
2 public schools are located in Standish.
What is the racial composition of students in Standish?
Standish public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).
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