Serving 836 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Delaware state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 higher than the Delaware state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in DE
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), DE Dept. of Education
School Overview
Talley Middle School's student population of 836 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
836 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Talley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 196 schools in Delaware (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Talley Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#131 out of 196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
39%
30%
White
39%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
34%
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 #131 out of 196 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% DE state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% DE state average).
How many students attend Talley Middle School?
836 students attend Talley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Talley Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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
What school district is Talley Middle School part of?
Talley Middle School is part of Brandywine School District.
School Calendar
View the Talley Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed / Offices Closed (Memorial Day)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK-8 Professional Responsibilities, 9-12 Prof. Development)
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK - 12 Professional Development)
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Open (PreK - 12 Professional Development)
June 12, 2024 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed / Offices Closed (Juneteenth)
June 19, 2024 (Wednesday)
School Reviews
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