For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 923 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 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 34% statewide average). Middle schools in Portland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Tennessee public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Portland, TN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 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, TN?
2 public middle schools are located in Portland, TN.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland, TN?
Portland, TN public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public middle schools average of 38% (majority Black).
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