Best Portland Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 887 students in Portland, TN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Portland, TN are Portland West Middle School and Portland East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, TN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Tennessee public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Portland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 40% (majority Black).

Best Public Middle Schools in Portland, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portland West Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
110 Nolan Private Dr
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8066
Gr: 6-8 | 491 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Portland East Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
604 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-4146
Gr: 6-8 | 396 students Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Portland, TN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Portland, TN include Portland West Middle School and Portland East Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Portland?
2 public middle schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 40% (majority Black).
Which public middle schools in Portland are often viewed compared to one another?

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