For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,805 students in 37148, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 203 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 Portland Gateview 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 36% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% 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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 37148, TN Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
J W Wiseman Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
922 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8580
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8580
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Rank: #22.
Clyde Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
211 Fountain Head Rd
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-2391
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-2391
Grades: K-5
| 319 students
Rank: #33.
Portland Gateview Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1098 Gateview Dr
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 323-7638
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 323-7638
Grades: PK-5
| 570 students
Rank: #44.
Portland West Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Nolan Private Dr
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8066
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8066
Grades: 6-8
| 495 students
Rank: #55.
Watt Hardison Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Gibson St
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-3233
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-3233
Grades: K-5
| 425 students
Rank: #66.
Portland East Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
604 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-4146
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-4146
Grades: 6-8
| 406 students
Rank: #77.
Portland High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 College St
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-9201
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-9201
Grades: 9-12
| 1,179 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
| 25 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 Portland Gateview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 37148?
8 public schools are located in 37148.
What percentage of students in 37148 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 37148 are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 37148?
37148 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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