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Very Good

#611 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 34% in state

Timberline Pk-8

Elementary School · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

233 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE, Longmont, CO 80504

Enrollment

778

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#611 of 1,815

In Longmont

#11 of 30

public schools

In district

#23 of 54

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Timberline Pk-8

7.2/10

Elementary School in Longmont · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Timberline Pk-8

Timberline Pk-8 is a public elementary school in Longmont, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.

Timberline Pk-8 serves approximately 778 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Timberline Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #611 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Timberline Pk-8 show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Timberline Pk-8 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

37% of students at Timberline Pk-8 were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.8% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.9% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-22.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,045
Chronic Absenteeism36.5%

Timberline Pk-8 — Students at Timberline Pk-8 score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 13.9% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 19.7% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
45.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 31 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2013
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
23%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
11%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
11%
2022
Math
7%
2025
Math
16.7%
ELA
18.8%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Timberline Pk-8 Compares

See how Timberline Pk-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in CO
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

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

233 EAST MOUNTAIN VIEW AVENUE, Longmont, CO 80504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Timberline Pk-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fall River Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Longmont, see our Longmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Skyline High School Longmont 0.3 mi 5.8
LONGMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longmont 0.6 mi 7.8
Columbine Elementary School Longmont 0.8 mi 6.6
Alpine Elementary School Longmont 0.9 mi 3.8
HOPEWELL BAPTIST ACADEMY Longmont 0.7 mi
Rocky Mountain Elementary School Longmont 0.9 mi 4.1
SIERRA SCHOOL OF MAIN STREET Longmont 0.9 mi 5.7
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longmont 1.2 mi 7.3
CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont 1.1 mi
THE COTTAGE SCHOOL - TERRY Longmont 1.3 mi
Fall River Elementary School Longmont 1.3 mi 7.8
Central Elementary School Longmont 1.5 mi 8.6
Northridge Elementary School Longmont 1.5 mi 5.2
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy Longmont 1.5 mi 5.4
Trail Ridge Middle School Longmont 1.5 mi 5.5
Mountain View Elementary School Longmont 1.5 mi 5.0
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longmont 1.7 mi
Longs Peak Middle School Longmont 1.7 mi 5.2
Longmont High School Longmont 1.8 mi 6.8
St. Vrain Community Montessori School Longmont 2.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,671

Median Home Value

$556,500

Median Rent

$1,895/mo

Population

61,305

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Timberline Pk-8

What grades does Timberline Pk-8 serve?

Timberline Pk-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Timberline Pk-8?

Timberline Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 778 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Timberline Pk-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Timberline Pk-8 is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Timberline Pk-8 rank in CO?

Timberline Pk-8 ranks #611 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Timberline Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?

Timberline Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Timberline Pk-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Timberline Pk-8 has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Timberline Pk-8 a charter school?

No, Timberline Pk-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Timberline Pk-8 a Title I school?

No, Timberline Pk-8 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timberline Pk-8?

73.5% of students at Timberline Pk-8 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
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.5%

District

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
District Enrollment
31,757
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,045
District Rank
#23 of 54

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