Serving 248 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 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- 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
School Overview
Talley High School's student population of 248 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
248 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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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 0.80, 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
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
13%
9%
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Hispanic
27%
27%
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Black
23%
5%
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White
24%
47%
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Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
50-54%
83.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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 83.8%.
How many students attend Talley High School?
248 students attend Talley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Talley High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talley High School?
Talley High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
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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