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Timberlake Senior High School

High School · LAKELAND DISTRICT

PO BOX 909, Spirit Lake, ID 83869

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Spirit Lake

#3 of 3

public schools

Idaho high schools

#116 of 178

In district

#7 of 11

LAKELAND DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Exceptional

About Timberlake Senior High School

Timberlane Senior High School serves 530 students in grades 9-12 in Spirit Lake, Idaho, earning recognition as one of the state's stronger high schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking 91st out of 732 Idaho schools, the school places in the 88th percentile statewide. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17.1:1 with 31 full-time equivalent teachers.

Academically, Timberlane shows particular strength in English Language Arts, where 82% of students perform at proficient or above levels across grade levels. Mathematics presents more of a growth opportunity, with 42% of students reaching proficiency standards. The school serves a community where the median household income is $65,152 and median home values reach $372,000.

About 19% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the local poverty rate remains relatively low at 6.5%. The ZIP code area has a population of 5,667 residents. Timberlane Senior High School operates in Idaho's scenic rural landscape, providing students with a smaller-town educational environment while maintaining solid academic performance that ranks well above the state average.

What Parents Should Know

Located in a rural area, Timberlake Senior High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Overall Proficiency62%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness3.4Fair30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation14%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,175

Timberlake Senior High School — Students at Timberlake Senior High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores ID EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.7%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from ID state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
82%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Timberlake Senior High School Compares

See how Timberlake Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
37th percentile in ID
Academic
8.7/10
8.7/10
Growth
4.9/10
Below average
Environment
7.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers

Location

PO BOX 909, Spirit Lake, ID 83869

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Timberlake Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MOUNTAINVIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 3.7/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Rathdrum), a more accessible option. For more schools in Spirit Lake, see our Spirit Lake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.1 mi
School Distance Rating
TIMBERLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Spirit Lake 0.2 mi 7.0
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF NORTH IDAHO, INC. Spirit Lake 0.8 mi
SPIRIT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Spirit Lake 1.1 mi 7.3
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 6.6 mi 8.6
GARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 8.9 mi 4.6
LAKELAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Rathdrum 9.6 mi 5.9
NORTH IDAHO STEM CHARTER ACADEMY Rathdrum 9.7 mi 7.4
LAKELAND MIDDLE SCHOOL Rathdrum 9.7 mi 5.2
JOHN BROWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 9.7 mi 8.6
MOUNTAINVIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Rathdrum 9.9 mi 3.7
BETTY KIEFER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Rathdrum 10.9 mi 7.7
ATHOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athol 7.6 mi 4.4
KTEC School Rathdrum 11.6 mi
HAYDEN CANYON CHARTER SCHOOL Hayden Lake 11.6 mi 4.5
MARY IMMACULATE QUEEN SCHOOL Rathdrum 11.5 mi 6.5
ST JOSEPH SEMINARY Rathdrum 11.5 mi
CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rathdrum 13.5 mi 5.9
NORTH IDAHO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hayden 13.4 mi 4.8
LITTLE FRIENDS SCHOOL Hayden 13.4 mi
ATLAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hayden Lake 14.1 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 83869 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,625

Median Home Value

$425,300

Median Rent

$737/mo

Population

5,278

College Educated

20%

Homeownership

92.9%

Avg Commute

35.1 min

Poverty Rate

9%

Median Age

42.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Timberlake Senior High School has a median household income of $64,625. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $425,300, with a median rent of $737/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
PARMA HIGH SCHOOL Parma, ID 5.8
COMPASS ACADEMY Idaho Falls, ID 5.9
COEUR D'ALENE CHARTER ACADEMY SCHOOL Coeur D'Alene, ID 6.0
HOMEDALE HIGH SCHOOL Homedale, ID 6.0
COLE VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Boise, ID 5.5
AMERICAN FALLS HIGH SCHOOL American Falls, ID 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Timberlake Senior High School

What grades does Timberlake Senior High School serve?

Timberlake Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Timberlake Senior High School?

Timberlake Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Timberlake Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Timberlake Senior High School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Timberlake Senior High School rank in ID?

Timberlake Senior High School is ranked #457 out of 719 schools in ID.

What is Timberlake Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Timberlake Senior High School has a composite rating of 5.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Timberlake Senior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Timberlake Senior High School has 40.3% math proficiency and 78.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Timberlake Senior High School a charter school?

No, Timberlake Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Timberlake Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Timberlake Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timberlake Senior High School?

20.6% of students at Timberlake Senior High 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

City Safety
Elevated (951/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Spirit Lake). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Kootenai County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LAKELAND DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,527
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,406
District Rank
#7 of 11

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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