For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,564 students in 37148, TN.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 37148 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 36% statewide average). Elementary schools in 37148, TN have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 37148, TN Public Elementary Schools (2024)
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
| 373 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
| 262 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
| 601 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
| 510 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
| 405 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
| 413 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 37148, TN?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 37148, TN include J W Wiseman Elementary School, Clyde Riggs Elementary School and Portland Gateview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 37148, TN?
6 public elementary schools are located in 37148, TN.
What is the racial composition of students in 37148, TN?
37148, TN public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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