Timberline Schools are a combined elementary and secondary school in Clearwater County, Idaho. Midway between Weippe and Pierce on Highway 11, the schools are operated by the Orofino Joint School District #171, headquartered to the west in Orofino. The school colors are black and gold, and the mascot is a Spartan.
Serving 104 students in grades 6-12, Timberline High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ID)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timberline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Timberline High School's student population of 104 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
“Preparing Students For Excellence in Academics and Distinguished Citizenship”
School Rankings
Timberline High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timberline High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#481 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
21%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberline High School's ranking?
Timberline High School is ranked #481 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Timberline High School often compared to?
Timberline High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Idaho Youth Challenge Academy Fall by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
What is the graduation rate of Timberline High School?
The graduation rate of Timberline High School is 50%, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 80%.
How many students attend Timberline High School?
104 students attend Timberline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Timberline High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timberline High School?
Timberline High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Timberline High School offer ?
Timberline High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timberline High School part of?
Timberline High School is part of Orofino Joint School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
THS is a fantastic place for students to go to school. I love this school and my three kids love it too! The teachers are great and the Principal, Mr. Bennett is too. There is nothing that this school wont do to help kids.
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