For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 931 students in Portland, IN.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Portland, IN are East Elementary School and East Jay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Portland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Portland, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 E Tallman St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9418
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9418
Gr: K-2 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
East Jay Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
225 E Water St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9371
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9371
Gr: 3-6 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Portland, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
827 High St
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-8890
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-8890
Gr: K-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Portland, IN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Portland, IN include East Elementary School and East Jay Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Portland?
2 public elementary schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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