Serving 389 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Talbot Hill Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Talbot Hill Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Talbot Hill Elementary School's student population of 389 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Talbot Hill Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Talbot Hill Elementary School is 0.79, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#550 out of 2113 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
17%
5%
White
17%
49%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
8%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talbot Hill Elementary School's ranking?
Talbot Hill Elementary School is ranked #550 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Talbot Hill Elementary School?
389 students attend Talbot Hill Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Talbot Hill Elementary School students are Asian, 23% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Talbot Hill Elementary School?
Talbot Hill Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Talbot Hill Elementary School offer ?
Talbot Hill Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Talbot Hill Elementary School part of?
Talbot Hill Elementary School is part of Renton School District.
School Reviews
5 4/29/2020
My kids are no longer at this school and are now in 8th grade and 11th grade, now in a different WA school district. Many of the same teachers and one key staff member are still teaching and sharing their expertise there. It is still an amazing school! It's a MicroSociety school and yes, schools sometimes experience growth and transition. ANY school, regardless of socio-economic and race and/or ethnic disposition, can have problems and successes! This school gets my A++ rating or a 5, with a 5 being the highest rating. Don't miss this opportunity to attend this school if you live in the neighborhood or district.
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