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#862 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 48% in state

Portland Gateview Elementary School

Elementary School · Sumner County

1098 Gateview DR, Portland, TN 37148

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

14.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#862 of 1,786

In Portland

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#37 of 50

Sumner County

Academic growth

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Portland Gateview Elementary School

6.6/10

Elementary School in Portland · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Portland Gateview Elementary School

Portland Gateview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Portland, TN, part of Sumner County. Portland Gateview Elementary School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Portland Gateview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #862 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Portland Gateview Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • TN avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Portland Gateview Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Portland Gateview Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.5% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-22.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio14.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,191
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Portland Gateview Elementary School — Students at Portland Gateview Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 29 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
33%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
44%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
58%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
83%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
43.7%
ELA
37%
2025
Math
20.5%
ELA
34.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Portland Gateview Elementary School Compares

See how Portland Gateview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
52th percentile in TN
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1098 Gateview DR, Portland, TN 37148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Portland Gateview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oakmont Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Cottontown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clyde Riggs Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Watt Hardison Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.8 mi
School Distance Rating
PORTLAND MONTESSORI ACADEMY Portland 1.6 mi
Portland High School Portland 1.6 mi 5.6
Portland West Middle School Portland 1.6 mi 8.0
Portland East Middle School Portland 2.7 mi 7.5
Sumner County Middle Technical College High School at Portla Portland 2.7 mi
Watt Hardison Elementary Portland 2.9 mi 8.1
J W Wiseman Elementary Portland 3.2 mi 7.6
Clyde Riggs Elementary Portland 3.8 mi 8.2
Oakmont Elementary Cottontown 4.7 mi 9.6
HIGHLAND ACADEMY Portland 5.1 mi 8.4
East Robertson Elementary Cross Plains 7.2 mi 5.8
Simpson Elementary School Franklin 9.6 mi 5.7
Franklin-Simpson High School West Campus Franklin 9.7 mi 6.8
Franklin-Simpson High School Franklin 9.8 mi 7.2
Franklin-Simpson Middle School Franklin 9.8 mi 6.2
White House High School White House 9.3 mi 6.1
Franklin Elementary School Franklin 10.0 mi 5.8
White House Heritage Elementary School White House 9.3 mi 5.9
East Robertson High School Cross Plains 8.3 mi 6.3
Harold B. Williams Elementary School White House 9.8 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,684

Median Home Value

$273,200

Median Rent

$1,082/mo

Population

25,421

College Educated

14.4%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Portland Gateview Elementary School

What grades does Portland Gateview Elementary School serve?

Portland Gateview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Portland Gateview Elementary School?

Portland Gateview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portland Gateview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Portland Gateview Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Portland Gateview Elementary School rank in TN?

Portland Gateview Elementary School ranks #862 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Portland Gateview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Portland Gateview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Portland Gateview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Portland Gateview Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Portland Gateview Elementary School a charter school?

No, Portland Gateview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Portland Gateview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Portland Gateview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Sumner County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

District

Sumner County
District Enrollment
30,661
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,191
District Rank
#37 of 50

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