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Gregory-portland Middle

Middle School · GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD

4200 WILDCAT DR, Portland, TX 78374

Enrollment

1,105

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Portland

#4 of 5

public schools

Texas middle schools

#920 of 1,693

In district

#5 of 6

GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD

School environment

8.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Gregory-portland Middle

Gregory-Portland Middle serves 1,105 students in grades 6-8 in Portland, Texas, offering a substantial middle school experience with a student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1 across 81 full-time equivalent teachers. The school ranks in the 66th percentile among Texas middle schools, placing it at #2970 out of 8598 schools statewide, indicating solid performance relative to other institutions across the state. The school draws students from a stable suburban community where families have established strong roots.

The surrounding ZIP code reflects a middle-class area with a median household income of $82,791 and median home values around $217,400. About 27% of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the community maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 9.7%, suggesting an environment that generally supports educational achievement. With over 1,100 students, Gregory-Portland Middle provides the resources and diversity of a larger institution while maintaining manageable class sizes through its favorable student-teacher ratio.

The school's size allows for comprehensive programming and activities typical of a well-established middle school serving grades 6-8. Gregory-Portland Middle operates in the heart of a large suburban area in San Patricio County, serving families in this growing coastal Texas community.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-8.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Above Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43%
Reading/ELA Proficiency39%
Overall Proficiency41%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected-3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,710

Gregory-portland Middle — Students at Gregory-portland Middle score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 53.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
63%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
39%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Gregory-portland Middle Compares

See how Gregory-portland Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in TX
Academic
6.7/10
6.7/10
Growth
4.3/10
Below average
Environment
8.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
81 teachers

Location

4200 WILDCAT DR, Portland, TX 78374

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Gregory-portland Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. RICARDO L TREVINO J H (rated 7.9/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Taft), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEON TAYLOR MIDDLE (rated 5.6/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Ingleside), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Portland, see our Portland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CLARK EL Portland 0.2 mi 6.2
GREGORY-PORTLAND H S Portland 0.7 mi 5.9
EAST CLIFF EL Portland 1.0 mi 6.9
ANDREWS EL Portland 1.6 mi 7.4
AUSTIN EL Gregory 2.9 mi 7.3
INGLESIDE H S Ingleside 6.3 mi 7.0
COASTAL HORIZONS ACADEMY Stephenville 6.8 mi 5.6
LEON TAYLOR MIDDLE Ingleside 6.4 mi 5.6
RICARDO L TREVINO J H Taft 7.0 mi 7.9
WOODROE PETTY EL Taft 7.2 mi 7.3
TAFT H S Taft 7.7 mi 6.5
INGLESIDE PRI Ingleside 7.2 mi 5.6
GILBERT J MIRCOVICH EL Ingleside 7.2 mi 8.0
COLES H S AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER Corpus Christi 8.1 mi 5.3
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Corpus Christi 8.7 mi 7.2
CORPUS CHRISTI MONTESSORI SCHOOL Corpus Christi 9.4 mi 7.3
ROY MILLER H S AND METRO SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 9.2 mi 4.2
WYNN SEALE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL OF DESIGN Corpus Christi 9.8 mi 6.0
ALLEN EL Corpus Christi 9.8 mi 5.5
MENGER EL Corpus Christi 9.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,580

Median Home Value

$225,800

Median Rent

$1,492/mo

Population

20,152

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

63.4%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

35.6

Community Profile

The community surrounding Gregory-portland Middle has a median household income of $81,580. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $225,800, with a median rent of $1,492/month. The local poverty rate of 8.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gregory-portland Middle

What grades does Gregory-portland Middle serve?

Gregory-portland Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Gregory-portland Middle?

Gregory-portland Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,105 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gregory-portland Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Gregory-portland Middle is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Gregory-portland Middle rank in TX?

Gregory-portland Middle is ranked #4506 out of 8,547 schools in TX.

What is Gregory-portland Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Gregory-portland Middle has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Gregory-portland Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Gregory-portland Middle has 53.0% math proficiency and 45.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Gregory-portland Middle a charter school?

No, Gregory-portland Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Gregory-portland Middle a Title I school?

No, Gregory-portland Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gregory-portland Middle?

50.0% of students at Gregory-portland Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,000/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Portland). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,105
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
81
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
San Patricio County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

GREGORY-PORTLAND ISD
District Enrollment
4,963
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,220
District Rank
#5 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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