Best 98178 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 867 students in 98178, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98178, WA are Talley High School and Dimmitt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98178 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98178, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98178, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Talley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7800 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Dimmitt Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
12320 80th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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98178, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
7812 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Gr: PK-K | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98178, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98178, WA include Talley High School and Dimmitt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98178?
2 public middle schools are located in 98178.
What is the racial composition of students in 98178?
98178 public middle schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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