For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,443 students in Portland, TX.
The top ranked public 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Portland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Portland, TX (2025)
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: PK-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
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: PK-5 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
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: PK-5 | 597 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 1,105 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Gregory-portland High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4601 Wildcat Dr
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4251
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4251
Gr: 9-12 | 1,500 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Portland, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4200 Wildcat Dr
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4258
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4258
Gr: 6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Portland, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Portland, TX include East Cliff Elementary School, Clark Elementary School and Andrews Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Portland?
6 public schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Portland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Portland include: Andrews Elementary School vs. East Cliff Elementary School, Clark Elementary School vs. East Cliff Elementary School, East Cliff Elementary School vs. Andrews Elementary School
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