For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,609 students in Portland, TX.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portland, TX are East Cliff Elementary School, Clark Elementary School and Andrews Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, TX public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Portland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Portland, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Cliff Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1140 Broadway
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4255
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4255
Gr: 1-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2250 Memorial Pkwy
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4045
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4045
Gr: 1-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Andrews Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4015 Moore Ave
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4048
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4048
Gr: 1-5 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Gregory-portland Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4200 Wildcat Dr
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4042
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4042
Gr: 6-8 | 1,148 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Portland, TX?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Portland, TX include East Cliff Elementary School, Clark Elementary School and Andrews Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Portland?
4 public elementary schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Portland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Portland include: Clark Elementary School vs. East Cliff Elementary School, Clark Elementary School vs. Andrews Elementary School, East Cliff Elementary School vs. Clark Elementary School
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