Serving 396 students in grades 6-8, Portland East Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Portland East Middle School's student population of 396 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portland East Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland East Middle School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#792 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
7%
20%
White
71%
57%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland East Middle School's ranking?
Portland East Middle School is ranked #792 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Portland East Middle School often compared to?
Portland East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portland West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Portland East Middle School?
396 students attend Portland East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Portland East Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Portland East Middle School offer ?
Portland East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Portland East Middle School part of?
Portland East Middle School is part of Sumner County School District.
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