For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,943 students in Portland, TX.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Texas public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). Elementary schools in Portland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Portland, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Cliff Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1140 Broadway
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4255
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4255
Grades: PK-5
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
Clark Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2250 Memorial Pkwy
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4045
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4045
Grades: PK-5
| 649 students
Rank: #33.
Andrews Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4015 Moore Ave
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4048
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4048
Grades: PK-5
| 597 students
Rank: #44.
Gregory-portland Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4200 Wildcat Dr
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4042
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4042
Grades: 6-8
| 1,105 students
Portland, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4200 Wildcat Dr
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4258
Portland, TX 78374
(361) 777-4258
Grades: 6
| 346 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Portland, TX?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Portland, TX include East Cliff Elementary School, Clark Elementary School and Andrews Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Portland?
4 public elementary schools are located in Portland.
What is the racial composition of students in Portland?
Portland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public elementary schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Portland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary 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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