Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timmerman Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Timmerman Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Timmerman Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timmerman Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
34%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
60%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timmerman Elementary School's ranking?
Timmerman Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Timmerman Elementary School often compared to?
Timmerman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olpe Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Timmerman Elementary School?
367 students attend Timmerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Timmerman Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timmerman Elementary School?
Timmerman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Timmerman Elementary School offer ?
Timmerman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Timmerman Elementary School part of?
Timmerman Elementary School is part of Emporia School District.
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