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#38 of 2,268 schools in GA

Top 2% in state

Timber Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Cobb County

5000 Timber Ridge Rd, Marietta, GA 30068

Enrollment

510

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Georgia schools

#38 of 2,268

In Marietta

#7 of 58

public schools

In district

#5 of 110

Cobb County

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Timber Ridge Elementary School

9.3/10

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

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9.5/10

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7.9/10

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About Timber Ridge Elementary School

Timber Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Marietta, GA, part of Cobb County. Timber Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 510 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Timber Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 2,268 schools in GA.

Structured state assessment records for Timber Ridge Elementary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • GA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2024 GA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87.8% (2024 GA)
Math vs. State Avg+44.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+46 pts
Overall Proficiency87% (2024 GA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)77% (model expectation from 2024 GA)
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,680

Timber Ridge Elementary School — Students at Timber Ridge Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 77%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

6.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores GA GA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 86.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
42.1% (2024 GA)
ELA Proficiency 88.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.8% (2024 GA)

Based on 30 test records from GA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2021*
Math
78%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2024
Math
87%
ELA
87.8%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Timber Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in GA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
6%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 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

5000 Timber Ridge Rd, Marietta, GA 30068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Timber Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Bethel Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Tritt Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, East Side Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Marietta, see our Marietta schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
EAST COBB CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marietta 0.7 mi 6.9
Mount Bethel Elementary School Marietta 1.3 mi 9.5
HIGH MEADOWS SCHOOL Roswell 1.4 mi 6.5
JOHNSON FERRY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marietta 1.7 mi 6.8
MDE SCHOOL OF EAST COBB Marietta 1.5 mi 7.0
Tritt Elementary School Marietta 1.7 mi 9.5
Dickerson Middle School Marietta 1.9 mi 8.6
ST FRANCIS DAY SCHOOL Roswell 2.0 mi 6.4
Walton High School Marietta 2.1 mi 8.0
MT BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Marietta 2.4 mi 6.5
East Side Elementary School Marietta 2.3 mi 9.2
Hightower Trail Middle School Marietta 2.4 mi 8.7
Dodgen Middle School Marietta 2.3 mi 8.6
ROSWELL UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Roswell 2.9 mi
Independence High School Roswell 3.0 mi 4.4
Spalding Drive Elementary Atlanta 3.4 mi 9.0
Shallowford Falls Elementary School Marietta 3.3 mi 9.2
Pope High School Marietta 3.4 mi 8.0
Ison Springs Elementary School Sandy Springs 3.2 mi 5.8
Roswell North Elementary School Roswell 3.6 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 30068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,911

Median Home Value

$564,400

Median Rent

$1,711/mo

Population

33,040

College Educated

74.4%

Homeownership

86.5%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

44.7

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North Columbia Elementary School Appling, GA 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Timber Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Timber Ridge Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Timber Ridge Elementary School?

Timber Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 510 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Timber Ridge Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Timber Ridge Elementary School rank in GA?

Timber Ridge Elementary School ranks #38 of 2,268 schools in GA.

What is Timber Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Timber Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Timber Ridge Elementary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Timber Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Timber Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

6.1% of students at Timber Ridge 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
9 Somewhat Bikeable

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Compare This School

How does Timber Ridge Elementary School stack up?

West Side Elementary School
9.5
A.L. Burruss Elementary School
7.9
Hickory Hills Elementary School
8.4
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
510
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
6.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cobb County

District

Cobb County
District Enrollment
106,358
Schools in District
110
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,680
District Rank
#5 of 110

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