Best Portland Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 139 students in Portland, AR.
The top ranked public school in Portland, AR is Portland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, AR public school have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Portland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Portland, AR (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portland Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
314 Hwy 160 E
Portland, AR 71663
(870) 737-4333
Gr: PK-5 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Portland, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Portland, AR include Portland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Portland?
1 public schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).

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