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Portage Public Schools is a highly rated, public school district located in PORTAGE, MI. It has 8,616 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 48% of students are at least proficient in math and 63% in reading.
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- AP Offered
- IB Offered
- Michigan
- Portage
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Elementary Schools in Portage Public Schools
- gradeAMoorsbridge Elementary School
- gradeA minus12th Street Elementary SchoolRating 5 out of 5 2 reviews
- gradeA minusAmberly Elementary School
- gradeA minusLake Center Elementary SchoolRating 5 out of 5 1 review
- gradeA minusWoodland Elementary School
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
63%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
48%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
90%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1230
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Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
28
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Students
Diversity
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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
8,616
Free or Reduced Lunch
This is the percentage of students who are eligible to receive free or reduced price lunch. Not all eligible students exercise this option, especially at non-traditional schools like online schools.
22.7%
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
20:1
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17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$68,483
Teachers in First/Second Year
6.2%
Finances
Expenses Per Student
$11,288/ student
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$12,239
Education Expenses
Instruction
62%
Support Services
36%
Other
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Living in the Area
Portage
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Median Household Income
$74,837
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$75,149
Median Rent
$1,062
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$1,268
Median Home Value
$222,600
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$281,900
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Portage Public Schools Reviews
Rating 4.25 out of 5 81 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
My experience with Portage Public School is one of divide. Although Portage Northern and Portage Central are part of the same district, the unfortunate divide between the two schools makes it hard to believe. The two schools have a vastly different atmosphere and community. They are also made up of very different groups of people. Portage Northern is a much more diverse school and often considered as the "have nots" by the other side of the town. But as a Northern student I can tell you this is the exact opposite of the truth. Although the administration building for PPS sits right outside of Portage Central the heart of the community is driven by Northern. At Northern it is the best example of community and home. Student and teacher interactions flood the halls and students fell a special place at school. I never really liked school until I experienced Northern. The Northern community has changed my life, and looking back on it I am glad to say I went to Northern and not Central.
- Senior
- 4 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
I have loved my past years at Portage Schools, specifically Portage Central High School. I have made many pleasant memories. I have had great experiences with most of my teachers, but for the most part, they all have been so helpful, whether it was in teaching me a subject or helping me with personal issues. I'd say the only really bad parts have been how expensive some things have been for me, and how difficult the school workload has been. I have been taking honors and IB classes since the sixth grade, and obviously, there was going to be more work as time went on and I got older, but the amount of tests and busy work I have been given all in a week had become more of a nuisance and made learning less interesting. As for expenses, having to pay for lunch, off-campus passes, parking passes, getting into sports, and even paying for the school spirit wear has been a lot until I got a job. I get why the school does it, but for high school students, this stuff tends to add up.
- Senior
- 5 months ago
Rating 4 out of 5
Portage Central High School has a great environment for students who want to learn and grow. We have great sports programs and opportunities for growth within academics and extracurriculars. I love that my school offers the IB Diploma but I think we lack resources or help for students to navigate the stress and hard work that comes with it. I think that we could also improve on getting students ready for college, we could benefit from college/career fairs because I think many students don't even know where to start when it comes to applying for colleges and planning their future.
- Junior
- 6 months ago
