Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Timberline Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timberline Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Timberline Elementary School's student population of 478 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Timberline Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timberline Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#815 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
11%
5%
White
50%
49%
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberline Elementary School's ranking?
Timberline Elementary School is ranked #815 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Timberline Elementary School often compared to?
Timberline Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peakview Elementary School, Aspen Crossing Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Timberline Elementary School?
478 students attend Timberline Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Timberline Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timberline Elementary School?
Timberline Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Timberline Elementary School offer ?
Timberline Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timberline Elementary School part of?
Timberline Elementary School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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