Best Schools in Timber Lake, South Dakota
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Timber Lake by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Timber Lake Elementary - 02
Elementary · Timber Lake School District 20-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Timber Lake High School - 01
High · Timber Lake School District 20-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Timber Lake Middle School - 03
Middle · Timber Lake School District 20-3. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Timber Lake for 2026 are Timber Lake Elementary - 02 (9.3/10), Timber Lake High School - 01 (9.3/10), and Timber Lake Middle School - 03 (9.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
9.3
out of 10
Median Home
$86,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
9.3
out of 10
Median Home
$86,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Timber Lake
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Timber Lake Elementary - 02 | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Timber Lake High School - 01 | 9.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Timber Lake Middle School - 03 | 9.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.3/10
- Median household income
- $63,571
- Median home value
- $86,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Timber Lake compares
South Dakota rank
#1 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+3.0
above South Dakota avg (6.2)
Median household income
$64k
91% of South Dakota median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Timber Lake, South Dakota
Timber Lake, South Dakota is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 9.3 out of 10, schools in Timber Lake perform strongly 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 Timber Lake is Timber Lake Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 9.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Timber Lake is served by 1 school district: Timber Lake School District 20-3. These districts collectively serve 389 students.
Timber Lake's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,571. The poverty rate in the area is 13.5%.
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 | 198 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 81 students · 6th–8th | 9.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 110 students · 9th–12th | 9.3 |
Schools in Timber Lake
Timber Lake, South Dakota · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,571
Median Home Value
$86,800
Median Rent
$567/mo
Population
911
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Community Profile
Timber Lake has a median household income of $63,571. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $86,800, with a median rent of $567/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.5%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- South Dakota
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Timber Lake, South Dakota
How many schools are in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
Timber Lake has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Timber Lake is 9.3 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 Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked school in Timber Lake on MySchoolScout is Timber Lake Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked elementary school in Timber Lake on MySchoolScout is Timber Lake Elementary - 02 with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked middle school in Timber Lake on MySchoolScout is Timber Lake Middle School - 03 with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best high school in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The top-ranked high school in Timber Lake on MySchoolScout is Timber Lake High School - 01 with a composite score of 9.3/10.
How many school districts serve Timber Lake, South Dakota?
Timber Lake is served by 1 school district: Timber Lake School District 20-3.
What is the education level in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Timber Lake have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The median household income in Timber Lake is approximately $63,571 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Timber Lake is 10.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Timber Lake, South Dakota?
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, South Dakota Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.