Serving 392 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Timber Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timber Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Timber Creek Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Timber Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timber Creek Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#457 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
7%
15%
White
77%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timber Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Timber Creek Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Timber Creek Elementary School?
392 students attend Timber Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Timber Creek Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timber Creek Elementary School?
Timber Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Timber Creek Elementary School offer ?
Timber Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timber Creek Elementary School part of?
Timber Creek Elementary School is part of Raymore-Peculiar R-II School District.
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