Serving 664 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Timber Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 64%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 27% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 664 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timber Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Timber Ridge Elementary School's student population of 664 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
664 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Timber Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,221 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timber Ridge Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 1221 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
64%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
68%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
9%
7%
White
66%
73%
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
25%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Timber Ridge Elementary School is ranked #325 out of 1,221 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?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 64% IA state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average).
How many students attend Timber Ridge Elementary School?
664 students attend Timber Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Timber Ridge Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timber Ridge Elementary School?
Timber Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Timber Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Timber Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Timber Ridge Elementary School part of?
Timber Ridge Elementary School is part of Johnston Comm School District.
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