PORTLAND ELEM.

PORTLAND ELEM. is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the SPRINGFIELD R-XII school district, located in SPRINGFIELD, MO with about 234 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, PORTLAND ELEM. has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Portland Elementary School, located at 906 W. Portland in Springfield, Missouri, is a public school operating under the Springfield Public Schools district. Serving the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive educational foundation for elementary-aged children. Its programming is designed to meet the academic and developmental needs of students within the Springfield area, fostering a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional learning.

As a member of the Springfield Public Schools system, Portland Elementary follows the district’s broader mission of helping students succeed through high-quality instruction and community engagement. The school emphasizes core curriculum areas—such as literacy, mathematics, and science—while promoting a school culture centered on inclusivity and student achievement. Families interested in specific school policies, calendars, or current news can find additional resources and updates through their official website at http://portland.spsk12.org.

For more information, contact PORTLAND ELEM. at (417) 523-4600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.