PORTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Portland Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Portland School District school district, located in Portland, CT with about 221 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 21 teachers, Portland Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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 Middle School, located at 93 High Street in Portland, Connecticut, serves as a key educational institution within the Portland Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and challenging learning environment tailored to the unique developmental needs of students in the middle grades. By prioritizing both academic excellence and social-emotional growth, the school aims to prepare its students for the rigor of high school and beyond, emphasizing critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.
The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, offering a variety of core subjects alongside opportunities for students to explore their interests through elective courses and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a strong partnership between educators, families, and the wider community, Portland Middle School seeks to cultivate a positive school culture where every student is encouraged to achieve their full potential. For more information regarding school policies, academic programs, and upcoming events, community members are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.portlandctschools.org](http://www.portlandctschools.org).
For more information, contact Portland Middle School at (860) 342-1880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-1880
http://www.portlandctschools.org
PORTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Portland, CT with about 221 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Portland School District
- Total Students:
- 221
- Teachers:
- 21.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 221 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PORTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 80.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.5%
- Black or African American
- 2.3%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- Female
- 52.0%
- Male
- 48.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.