For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 237 students in 98178, WA.
The top ranked public high school in 98178, WA is Talley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 98178 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98178, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98178 have a Graduation Rate of 47%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Talley High School, with 45-49% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98178, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Talley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7800 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
98178, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Thomson Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
7812 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Grades: PK-K
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98178, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98178, WA include Talley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98178?
1 public high schools are located in 98178.
What is the racial composition of students in 98178?
98178 public high schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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