Serving 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timber Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Timber Drive Elementary serves the southern part of Garner, NC, covering an area of approximately 3.8 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Timber Drive Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings
Timber Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timber Drive Elementary School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
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Hispanic
23%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
35%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Timber Drive Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Timber Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Timber Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandora Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Timber Drive Elementary School?
391 students attend Timber Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Timber Drive Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 23% 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 Drive Elementary School?
Timber Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Timber Drive Elementary School offer ?
Timber Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timber Drive Elementary School part of?
Timber Drive Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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