Serving 237 students in grades 6-12, Talley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Talley High School's student population of 237 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Mascot
Otters
School Rankings
Talley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Talley High School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1622 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
9%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
20%
5%
White
26%
48%
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Otters
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talley High School's ranking?
Talley High School is ranked #1622 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Talley High School?
The graduation rate of Talley High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Talley High School?
237 students attend Talley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Talley High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talley High School?
Talley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Talley High School offer ?
Talley High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Talley High School part of?
Talley High School is part of Renton School District.
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