Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timber Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Timber Creek Elementary School serves the west part of Olathe, KS, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timber Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Timber Creek Elementary School's student population of 583 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Timber Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timber Creek Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 1269 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
15%
3%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
4%
7%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Timber Creek Elementary School is ranked #6 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Timber Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Timber Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morse Elementary School, Corinth Elementary School, Prairie Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Timber Creek Elementary School?
583 students attend Timber Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Timber Creek Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timber Creek Elementary School?
Timber Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Timber Creek Elementary School offer ?
Timber Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timber Creek Elementary School part of?
Timber Creek Elementary School is part of Blue Valley School District.
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