Serving 702 students in grades 9-12, Portland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Portland High School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1167 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland High School's ranking?
Portland High School is ranked #1167 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Portland High School often compared to?
Portland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ionia High School, Belding High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portland High School?
The graduation rate of Portland High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Portland High School?
702 students attend Portland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Portland High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portland High School?
Portland High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portland High School offer ?
Portland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Portland High School part of?
Portland High School is part of Portland School District.
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