Serving 413 students in grades 6-8, Portland East Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Portland East Middle School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portland East Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland East Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#699 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
13%
Black
3%
21%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland East Middle School's ranking?
Portland East Middle School is ranked #699 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Portland East Middle School often compared to?
Portland East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Portland East Middle School?
413 students attend Portland East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Portland East Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portland East Middle School?
Portland East Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Portland East Middle School offer ?
Portland East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Portland East Middle School part of?
Portland East Middle School is part of Sumner County School District.
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