Serving 1,151 students in grades 9-12, Portland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,151 students
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Portland High School serves the northern part of its district in Portland, TN, covering an area of approximately 127.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Portland High School's student population of 1,151 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
73 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1050 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland High School's ranking?
Portland High School is ranked #1050 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Portland High School often compared to?
Portland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westmoreland High School, Hendersonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portland High School?
The graduation rate of Portland High School is 93%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend Portland High School?
1,151 students attend Portland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Portland High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Portland High School offer ?
Portland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portland High School part of?
Portland High School is part of Sumner County School District.
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