What grades does Portage High School serve?

As a High school, Portage High School serves students in Portage, IN. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Portage High School located?

You can find Portage High School in Portage, IN.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Portage High School?

At Portage High School, there are approximately 15.9 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Portage, IN?

Portage High School is among the schools serving Portage, IN. The school is part of the local school system.

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Portage High School — School Calendar 2026-27

High|Portage, Indiana|Portage Township Schools

Portage, IN 46368

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Oct

Fri

Teacher Records Day - No SchoolStaff DayDistrict-wide

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Oct

Thu

Fall Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

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Nov

Mon

Parent/Teacher Conferences - E-Learning DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Students will learn independently from home. Teachers will provide instructions for accessing classwork for the day. Read more

Nov

Wed

National Education Support Professionals DayStaff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Holiday Break - No SchoolBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

2,198

Student:Teacher

15.9:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Portage Township Schools

Phone

(219)764-6026

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

55%

77th percentile in IN

Math Proficiency

25%

29th percentile in IN

Graduation Rate

93%

Chronic Absenteeism

19.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

14 courses offered

199 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

1,027 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

607 test takers

Athletics

21 sports, 21 teams

720 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1

Near average in IN

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

2,321

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

154.67

95% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,458

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$6,700

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,978

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 65%Local 24%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$338,685

+4.0% 1yr+32.7% 5yr

Chicago, IL metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

15.2%

Below 150% poverty line

4.3%

Unemployment rate

5.3%

Uninsured residents

6.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,431

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,342

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

61%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

444 (33%)

Other Health Impairment

288 (21%)

Autism

201 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

143 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

84 (6%)

Intellectual Disability

59 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

2,163

Current enrollment

Stable(-10% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Teacher Records Day - No School

Check the school calendar for details on records management activities.

Staff Day

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Fall Break - No School

Review the school calendar for complete break dates.

Break

Mon, Nov 2, 2026

Parent/Teacher Conferences - E-Learning Day

Students will learn independently from home. Teachers will provide instructions for accessing classwork for the day. Read more

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Portage Township Schools. Portage High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	National IT Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	HR Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Teacher Records Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for details on records management activities.	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Fall Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	Parent/Teacher Conferences - E-Learning DayDistrict-wide Students will learn independently from home. Teachers will provide instructions for accessing classwork for the day. Read more	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	National Education Support Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the complete break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Holiday Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Teacher Records Day - No SchoolDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for details on records management activities.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Winter Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete winter break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Apr 7, 2027	National Paraprofessional Appreciation DayDistrict-wide Review district notices recognizing paraprofessional contributions.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	April Break - No schoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals DayDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	National Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school calendar or administration notice for appreciation week activities.	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Teacher Records DayDistrict-wide Check the notice for records day procedures.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial Day - All PTS Schools & Offices are ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—