Serving 880 students in grades 6-8, Talley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Delaware for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 29%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Delaware state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Delaware state average of 61% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 880 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Delaware for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Talley Middle School's student population of 880 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
880 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Talley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 201 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 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
21%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
11%
20%
Black
36%
31%
White
39%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talley Middle School's ranking?
Talley Middle School is ranked #113 out of 201 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
880 students attend Talley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Talley Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Talley Middle School?
Talley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Delaware state average of 14:1.
What grades does Talley Middle School offer ?
Talley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Talley Middle School part of?
Talley Middle School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Reviews
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