For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,207 students in Portland, IN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Portland, IN is Jay County Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, IN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Portland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Portland, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jay County Jr/sr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2072 W Sr 67
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9306
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-9306
Gr: 7-12 | 1,207 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 middle schools in Portland, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Portland, IN include Jay County Jr/sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in Portland?
1 public middle schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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