Serving 761 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timber Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Timber Ridge Elementary School's student population of 761 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Timber Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timber Ridge Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#631 out of 2204 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
53%
36%
White
27%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Timber Ridge Elementary School is ranked #631 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Timber Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Timber Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lake Elementary School, Ola Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Timber Ridge Elementary School?
761 students attend Timber Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Timber Ridge Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timber Ridge Elementary School?
Timber Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Timber Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Timber Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Timber Ridge Elementary School part of?
Timber Ridge Elementary School is part of Henry County School District.
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