Portage Township Schools

Portage Township Schools is an open, traditional public school district headquartered at 6240 US Hwy 6 in Portage, Indiana. Serving a large suburban community within the greater Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metropolitan area, the district operates 11 schools that deliver a comprehensive educational pathway spanning from prekindergarten through 12th grade. Designed to support local families and researchers seeking quality public education options, the district maintains active administrative operations reachable by phone at (219) 762-6511 or through its official web portal at www.portage.k12.in.us.

The district serves a vibrant student body of 6,519 learners, comprising 3,411 male and 3,108 female students across its primary, middle, and secondary grade levels. Demographically, the student population includes 3,210 White, 1,819 Hispanic, 1,087 Black, 347 multiracial, 43 Asian, 11 American Indian, and 2 Pacific Islander students. To deliver instruction and oversee district operations, Portage Township Schools employs a total workforce of approximately 1,486 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This team includes 812 FTE teachers, 48.52 FTE instructional aides, and 625.52 FTE support staff, establishing a robust framework designed to meet the academic and developmental needs of its community.