Timberland High School is the largest of the four high schools in the Wentzville R-IV School District and fourth largest high school in St. Charles County, Missouri. The school was established as an annex in 2000 and as an independent high school in 2002. The 2020-21 enrollment was 1,845.
Serving 1,525 students in grades 9-12, Timberland High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Timberland High serves the southern part of Wentzville, MO, encompassing an area of approximately 40.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timberland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Timberland High School's student population of 1,525 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,525 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Timberland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timberland High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#295 out of 2076 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberland High School's ranking?
Timberland High School is ranked #295 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Timberland High School?
The graduation rate of Timberland High School is 93%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Timberland High School?
1,525 students attend Timberland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Timberland High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timberland High School?
Timberland High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Timberland High School offer ?
Timberland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timberland High School part of?
Timberland High School is part of Wentzville R-IV School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
our school is awesome we have really great teachers. they are willing to go out of their way for the students. they will do anything for the students and the other staff. its pretty amazing what an influence our teachers have on us and how they will lift your spirits up if your down. our sporting events are alot of fun its a great time to get with your friends and hang out but also watch the rivalry between all teh schools its great to see such an amazing group of students come together and just be happy as one family
4 10/10/2025
Timberland High School is a great school with a wide array of extracurricular activities, a great team of teachers that help their students, and an extremely spirited student body.
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