For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 311 students in Portland, CT.
The top ranked public high school in Portland, CT is Portland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Portland, CT public high school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Portland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Portland, CT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Connecticut average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Portland High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Portland, CT (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Portland High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
95 High Street
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-1720
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-1720
Grades: 9-12
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Portland, CT?
The top ranked public high schools in Portland, CT include Portland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Portland?
1 public high schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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