Serving 305 students in grades 9-12, Portland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Portland High School's student population of 305 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Portland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portland High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#319 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portland High School's ranking?
Portland High School is ranked #319 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Portland High School often compared to?
Portland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glastonbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portland High School?
The graduation rate of Portland High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Portland High School?
305 students attend Portland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Portland High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portland High School?
Portland High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Portland High School offer ?
Portland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portland High School part of?
Portland High School is part of Portland School District.
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