Serving 918 students in grades 8-9, Timberline School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timberline School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Timberline School's student population of 918 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Timberline School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,233 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timberline School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1233 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
11%
7%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberline School's ranking?
Timberline School is ranked #313 out of 1,233 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Timberline School?
918 students attend Timberline School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Timberline School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timberline School?
Timberline School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Timberline School offer ?
Timberline School offers enrollment in grades 8-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Timberline School part of?
Timberline School is part of Waukee Comm School District.
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