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#165 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 9% in state

Timber Trail Elementary School

Elementary School · Douglas County School District No. Re 1

690 WEST CASTLE PINES PARKWAY, Castle Rock, CO 80108

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#165 of 1,815

In Castle Rock

#2 of 22

public schools

In district

#14 of 88

Douglas County School District No. Re 1

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Timber Trail Elementary School

8.5/10

Elementary School in Castle Rock · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.4/10

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6.2/10

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About Timber Trail Elementary School

Timber Trail Elementary School is a public elementary school in Castle Rock, CO, part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Timber Trail Elementary School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Timber Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #165 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Timber Trail Elementary School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.5
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.2% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.7% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+42.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+32.8 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,942

Timber Trail Elementary School — Students at Timber Trail Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 76.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
74.5%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
74.5%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
77%
2025
Math
78.4%
ELA
77.7%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.

How Timber Trail Elementary School Compares

See how Timber Trail Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
91th percentile in CO
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

690 WEST CASTLE PINES PARKWAY, Castle Rock, CO 80108

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Timber Trail Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Redstone Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Highlands Ranch), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Wildcat Mountain Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Highlands Ranch), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Castle Rock, see our Castle Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School Castle Rock 0.6 mi 8.4
American Academy Castle Pines 0.9 mi 6.2
DC Montessori Charter School Castle Rock 1.0 mi 5.3
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - CASTLE PINES Castle Rock 3.2 mi
Rocky Heights Middle School Littleton 3.1 mi 7.7
Rock Canyon High School Highlands Ranch 3.4 mi 8.2
ST KATHARINE DREXEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Littleton 3.7 mi
Wildcat Mountain Elementary School Littleton 3.9 mi 9.0
Castle View High School Castle Rock 4.2 mi 6.8
Meadow View Elementary School Castle Rock 4.4 mi 6.4
Castle Rock Middle School Castle Rock 4.4 mi 6.4
Redstone Elementary School Highlands Ranch 4.3 mi 9.1
Arrowwood Elementary School Highlands Ranch 4.2 mi 5.9
Copper Mesa Elementary School Highlands Ranch 4.1 mi 7.7
Lone Tree Elementary Lone Tree 4.6 mi 8.6
HOPE Online Learning Academy High School Englewood 4.9 mi 4.2
HOPE Online Learning Academy Middle School Englewood 4.9 mi 4.8
Eagle Ridge Elementary School Lone Tree 5.1 mi 7.7
Fox Creek Elementary School Highlands Ranch 5.2 mi 8.0
Heritage Elementary School Highlands Ranch 4.8 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80108 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$178,670

Median Home Value

$813,500

Median Rent

$1,995/mo

Population

35,485

College Educated

65.5%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Timber Trail Elementary School

What grades does Timber Trail Elementary School serve?

Timber Trail Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Timber Trail Elementary School?

Timber Trail Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Timber Trail Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Timber Trail Elementary School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Timber Trail Elementary School rank in CO?

Timber Trail Elementary School ranks #165 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Timber Trail Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Timber Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Timber Trail Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Timber Trail Elementary School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Timber Trail Elementary School a charter school?

No, Timber Trail Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Timber Trail Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Timber Trail Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timber Trail Elementary School?

5.1% of students at Timber Trail Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Douglas County

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