For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,577 students in Sandusky, OH.
The top-ranked public high schools in Sandusky, OH are Perkins High School and Sandusky High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sandusky, OH public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Ohio public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 57% statewide average). High schools in Sandusky have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public high schools.
Sandusky, OH public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Ohio average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Perkins High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Ohio or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Sandusky, OH (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Perkins High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3714 Campbell St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-1252
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 625-1252
Gr: 9-12 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Sandusky High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2130a Hayes Ave
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1068
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1068
Gr: 9-12 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Sandusky, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1925 Barker St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8124
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8124
Gr: PK-12 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
1215 Campbell St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8101
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8101
Gr: K-6 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
910 W Madison St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8359
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8359
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
328 E Monroe St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8160
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 627-8160
Gr: K-6 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Sandusky Practical Nursing (Closed 2004)
Vocational School
407 Decatur St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
School Of Practical Nursing (Closed 2006)
Vocational School
407 Decatur St
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 626-6940
4501 Venice Heights Blvd
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1290
Sandusky, OH 44870
(419) 984-1290
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Sandusky, OH?
The top-ranked public high schools in Sandusky, OH include Perkins High School and Sandusky High School.
How many public high schools are located in Sandusky?
2 public high schools are located in Sandusky.
What is the racial composition of students in Sandusky?
Sandusky public high schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public high schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Sandusky are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Sandusky include: Sandusky High School vs. Perkins High School, Perkins High School vs. Sandusky High School
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