For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 323 students in Portland, CT.
The top-ranked public high school in Portland, CT is Portland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, CT public high school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Portland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Portland, CT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portland High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Portland, CT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portland High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
95 High Street
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-1720
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-1720
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Portland, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Portland, CT include Portland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Portland?
1 public high schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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