For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,314 students in Portland, MI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portland, MI are Westwood Elementary School and Portland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Portland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Portland, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
883 Cross St
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2989
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2989
Gr: 3-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Portland Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
745 Storz St
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2985
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2985
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
500 Oak St
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2991
Portland, MI 48875
(517) 647-2991
Gr: PK-2 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Portland, MI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portland, MI include Westwood Elementary School and Portland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Portland?
3 public elementary schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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