Best Schools in Timberlake, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Helena Elementary
Elementary · Person County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$253,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$253,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Timberlake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helena Elementary | 6.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $76,659
- Median home value
- $253,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Timberlake compares
Median household income
$77k
113% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Timberlake, North Carolina
Timberlake, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Timberlake show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Timberlake is Helena Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Timberlake is served by 1 school district: Person County Schools. These districts collectively serve 4,346 students.
Timberlake's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,659. The poverty rate in the area is 12.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 522 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
Schools in Timberlake
Timberlake, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,659
Median Home Value
$253,800
Median Rent
$817/mo
Population
6,633
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Community Profile
Timberlake has a median household income of $76,659. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $253,800, with a median rent of $817/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.9%. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Timberlake, North Carolina
How many schools are in Timberlake, North Carolina?
Timberlake has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Timberlake, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Timberlake is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Timberlake, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Timberlake on MySchoolScout is Helena Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Timberlake, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Timberlake on MySchoolScout is Helena Elementary with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Timberlake, North Carolina?
Timberlake is served by 1 school district: Person County Schools.
What is the education level in Timberlake, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Timberlake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Timberlake, North Carolina?
The median household income in Timberlake is approximately $76,659 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Timberlake, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Timberlake is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Timberlake, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.