Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timmerman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Timmerman Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Emporia, KS, covering an area of approximately 64 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive to the school to take around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Timmerman Elementary School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
“It is our mission to enable all students to reach their highest academic and social potential by providing a quality education through a variety of challenging experiences in a caring environment, with the partnership of students, staff, parents, and com
School Rankings
Timmerman Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timmerman Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#343 out of 1269 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
23%
Black
n/a
7%
White
59%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timmerman Elementary School's ranking?
Timmerman Elementary School is ranked #343 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Timmerman Elementary School often compared to?
Timmerman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olpe Elementary School, Walnut Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Timmerman Elementary School?
370 students attend Timmerman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Timmerman Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timmerman Elementary School?
Timmerman Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Timmerman Elementary School offer ?
Timmerman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timmerman Elementary School part of?
Timmerman Elementary School is part of Emporia School District.
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