Serving 900 students in grades 6-12, Talley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Delaware state average of 62% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Talley Middle School's student population of 900 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Talley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 199 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Talley Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 199 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
21%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
36%
31%
White
40%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
24.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talley Middle School's ranking?
Talley Middle School is ranked #112 out of 199 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Delaware.
What schools are Talley Middle School often compared to?
Talley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% DE state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Talley Middle School?
900 students attend Talley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Talley Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Talley Middle School?
Talley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 15:1.
What grades does Talley Middle School offer ?
Talley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Talley Middle School part of?
Talley Middle School is part of Brandywine School District.
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