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Best Portland Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,682 students in Portland, TN (there are 3 private schools, serving 187 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Portland, TN are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Portland, TN are J W Wiseman Elementary School, Clyde Riggs Elementary School and Watt Hardison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, TN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Tennessee public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 37% statewide average). Schools in Portland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Tennessee public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public school average of 43% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Portland, TN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J W Wiseman Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
922 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-8580
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Clyde Riggs Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
211 Fountain Head Rd
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-2391
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Watt Hardison Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
300 Gibson St
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-3233
Gr: K-5 | 429 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
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: #55.
Portland Gateview Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1098 Gateview Dr
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 323-7638
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
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%
Rank: #77.
Portland High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 College St
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-9201
Gr: 9-12 | 1,151 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Sumner County Middle Technical College High School At Portla
Vocational School
604 South Broadway
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 745-3126
Gr: 11-12 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Portland, TN?
The top-ranked public schools in Portland, TN include J W Wiseman Elementary School, Clyde Riggs Elementary School and Watt Hardison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Portland?
8 public schools are located in Portland.
What percentage of students in Portland go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Portland are educated in public schools (compared to the TN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Tennessee public schools average of 43% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Portland are often viewed compared to one another?

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