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 1,614 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,614 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Timberland High School's student population of 1,614 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,614 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Navy Blue, Silver
School Rankings
Timberland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timberland High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 2084 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
8%
15%
White
78%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberland High School's ranking?
Timberland High School is ranked #222 out of 2,084 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 96%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Timberland High School?
1,614 students attend Timberland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Timberland High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 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 16:1, 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
4 11/8/2021
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.
2 9/12/2012
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
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