For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,753 students in 37148, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 187 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 37148, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 37148, TN are J W Wiseman Elementary School, Clyde Riggs Elementary School and Watt Hardison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 37148 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in 37148, TN have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 40% (majority Black).
Best 37148, TN Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J W Wiseman Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
922 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8580
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8580
Grades: PK-5
| 373 students
Rank: #22.
Clyde Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
211 Fountain Head Rd
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-2391
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-2391
Grades: K-5
| 262 students
Rank: #33.
Watt Hardison Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Gibson St
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-3233
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-3233
Grades: K-5
| 405 students
Rank: #44.
Portland Gateview Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1098 Gateview Dr
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 323-7638
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 323-7638
Grades: PK-5
| 601 students
Rank: #55.
Portland West Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
110 Nolan Private Dr
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8066
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8066
Grades: 6-8
| 510 students
Rank: #66.
Portland High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 College St
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-9201
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-9201
Grades: 9-12
| 1,169 students
Rank: #77.
Portland East Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
604 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-4146
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-4146
Grades: 6-8
| 413 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sumner County Middle Technical College High School At Portla
Vocational School
604 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 745-3126
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 745-3126
Grades: 11-12
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 37148, TN?
The top ranked public schools in 37148, TN include J W Wiseman Elementary School, Clyde Riggs Elementary School and Watt Hardison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37148, TN?
8 public schools are located in 37148, TN.
What percentage of students in 37148, TN go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 37148, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37148, TN?
37148, TN public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 40% (majority Black).
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