Serving 718 students in grades 9-12, Timberland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Timberland High serves the northeast part of the Saint Stephen, SC school district, covering an expansive attendance area of approximately 531.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive between 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 17 miles to the nearest boundary and some edges extending up to 27 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timberland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Timberland High School's student population of 718 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Creating a future we dare to imagine.
School Rankings
Timberland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timberland High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 1118 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
42%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
48%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.6%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Orange
School Mascot
T-wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberland High School's ranking?
Timberland High School is ranked #436 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Timberland High School often compared to?
Timberland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratford High School, Berkeley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Timberland High School?
The graduation rate of Timberland High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Timberland High School?
718 students attend Timberland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Timberland High School students are White, 42% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timberland High School?
Timberland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Timberland High School offer ?
Timberland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Timberland High School part of?
Timberland High School is part of Berkeley 01 School District.
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