For the 2025 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 18% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Talley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7800 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Dimmitt Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12320 80th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 630 students
98178, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Thomson Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
7812 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Grades: PK-K
| 263 students
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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