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Best Sandusky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,177 students in Sandusky, OH (there are 1 private school, serving 617 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Sandusky, OH are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Sandusky, OH are Meadowlawn Elementary School, Perkins High School and Briar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sandusky, OH public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Ohio public school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 60% statewide average). Schools in Sandusky have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public school average of 35% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Sandusky, OH (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadowlawn Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1313 E Strub Rd
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-0214
Gr: 3-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Perkins High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3714 Campbell St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-1252
Gr: 9-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Briar Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3700 South Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-0132
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
The Sandusky Intermediate School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2020 Hayes Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1200
Gr: 3-6 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Sandusky High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2130a Hayes Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1068
Gr: 9-12 | 1,028 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Monroe Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
328 E Monroe St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(567) 998-7522
Gr: K-8 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #77.
Sandusky Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2130 Hayes Ave # B
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1180
Gr: 7-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #88.
The Sandusky Primary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
924 Ontario St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1300
Gr: K-2 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #99.
The Early Learning Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2314 Hancock St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1210
Gr: PK-K | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: n/an/a
Furry Elementary School
310 Douglas Dr
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-4352
Gr: PK-2 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Sandusky, OH?
The top-ranked public schools in Sandusky, OH include Meadowlawn Elementary School, Perkins High School and Briar Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Sandusky?
10 public schools are located in Sandusky.
What percentage of students in Sandusky go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Sandusky are educated in public schools (compared to the OH state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Sandusky?
Sandusky public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public schools average of 35% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Sandusky are often viewed compared to one another?

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