PORTLAND EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL
Portland East Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Sumner County school district, located in Portland, TN with about 359 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 22 teachers, Portland East Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 East Middle School, located at 604 South Broadway in Portland, Tennessee, is a public middle school serving the local community as part of the Sumner County School District. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, catering to students during their critical middle school transitional years. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, the school aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond through a curriculum that aligns with state standards and district-wide educational goals.
The school’s official website serves as a central hub for parents, students, and faculty, providing essential information regarding academic resources, extracurricular activities, and administrative policies. Portland East Middle School emphasizes community engagement and encourages parental involvement to support student success. Through its commitment to core subjects, elective opportunities, and a supportive campus culture, the institution strives to develop well-adjusted, responsible citizens within the Portland area.
For more information, contact Portland East Middle School at (615) 325-4146 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portland, TN 37148
(615) 325-4146
http://pem.sumnerschools.org
PORTLAND EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Portland, TN with about 359 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Tennessee
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Sumner County
- Total Students:
- 359
- Teachers:
- 22
- 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 359 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending PORTLAND EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 89% of the student body.
- White
- 88.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.6%
- Black or African American
- 3.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.4%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- Female
- 50.4%
- Male
- 49.6%
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.