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#1931 of 2,648 schools in NC
Timber Drive Elementary
Elementary School · Wake County Schools
1601 Timber Drive, Garner, NC 27529
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
North Carolina schools
#1,931 of 2,648
In Garner
#11 of 14
public schools
In district
#161 of 194
Wake County Schools
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Timber Drive Elementary
Timber Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Garner, NC, part of Wake County Schools. Timber Drive Elementary serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Timber Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,931 of 2,648 schools in NC.
Structured state assessment records for Timber Drive Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Timber Drive Elementary 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
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Timber Drive Elementary — Students at Timber Drive Elementary score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from NC state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.5/10.
How Timber Drive Elementary Compares
See how Timber Drive Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1601 Timber Drive, Garner, NC 27529
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Timber Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bryan Road Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Raleigh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Garner, see our Garner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vandora Springs Elementary Garner | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Aversboro Elementary Garner | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Garner High Garner | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Smith Elementary Raleigh | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| OAK CITY ACADEMY Garner | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| North Garner Middle Garner | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| WAKE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Rand Road Elementary Garner | 2.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Creech Road Elementary Garner | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Longleaf School of the Arts Raleigh | 3.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Vance Elementary Raleigh | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter Raleigh | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| East Garner Middle Garner | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| East Garner Elementary Garner | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Bryan Road Elementary Garner | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Vernon Malone College and Career Academy Raleigh | 4.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Southeast Raleigh High Raleigh | 4.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Fuller Elementary Raleigh | 4.5 mi | 8.1 |
| South Garner High Garner | 4.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Raleigh | 4.5 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27529 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,426
Median Home Value
$325,600
Median Rent
$1,379/mo
Population
55,201
College Educated
40.6%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brinson Memorial Elementary New Bern, NC | 5.2 |
| Brooks Elementary Raleigh, NC | 5.2 |
| Churchland Elementary Lexington, NC | 5.2 |
| Clara J Peck Elementary Greensboro, NC | 5.2 |
| Cornatzer Elementary Mocksville, NC | 5.2 |
| Costner Elementary Dallas, NC | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Timber Drive Elementary
What grades does Timber Drive Elementary serve?
Timber Drive Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Timber Drive Elementary?
Timber Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Timber Drive Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Timber Drive Elementary is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Timber Drive Elementary rank in NC?
Timber Drive Elementary ranks #1,931 of 2,648 schools in NC.
What is Timber Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Timber Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Timber Drive Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Timber Drive Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Timber Drive Elementary a charter school?
No, Timber Drive Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Timber Drive Elementary a Title I school?
No, Timber Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Timber Drive Elementary?
65.5% of students at Timber Drive Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 383
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.9%
- Phone
- (919) 773-9500
Resources & Links
District
Wake County Schools- District Enrollment
- 161,481
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #161 of 194
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