For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,147 students in Portage, IN (there are 2 private schools, serving 403 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Portage, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Portage, IN are Rowena Kyle Elementary School, Ethel R Jones Elementary School and George L Myers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portage, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Portage have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Portage, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rowena Kyle Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 Hamstrom Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8030
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8030
Grades: K-5
| 439 students
Rank: #22.
Ethel R Jones Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2374 Mccool Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8025
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8025
Grades: K-5
| 299 students
Rank: #33.
George L Myers Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3100 Willowdale
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8035
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8035
Grades: K-5
| 332 students
Rank: #44.
Crisman Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6161 Old Porter Rd
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8020
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8020
Grades: K-5
| 353 students
Rank: #55.
Wallace Aylesworth Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5910 Central Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8010
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8010
Grades: K-5
| 433 students
Rank: #66.
Portage High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6450 Us Hwy 6
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 764-6026
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 764-6026
Grades: 9-12
| 2,198 students
Rank: #77.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2825 Russell St
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8015
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8015
Grades: K-5
| 419 students
Rank: #88.
William Fegely Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5384 Stone Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8150
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8150
Grades: 6-8
| 613 students
Rank: #99.
Willowcreek Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5962 Central Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8090
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 763-8090
Grades: 6-8
| 931 students
Rank: #1010.
Neighbors' New Vistas High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5201 Us Highway 6
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 850-4448
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 850-4448
Grades: 9-12
| 130 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Portage, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Portage, IN include Rowena Kyle Elementary School, Ethel R Jones Elementary School and George L Myers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Portage?
10 public schools are located in Portage.
What percentage of students in Portage go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Portage are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Portage?
Portage public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Portage are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Portage include: William Fegely Middle School vs. Willowcreek Middle School, Willowcreek Middle School vs. William Fegely Middle School, Central Elementary School vs. Crisman Elementary School
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