TIMBERLINE SCHOOL

Timberline School is a Title I public secondary school that is part of the Waukee Comm School District school district, located in Waukee, IA with about 732 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 9th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, Timberline School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Timberline School, located in Waukee, Iowa, is a unique educational facility within the Waukee Community School District that serves students in the 8th and 9th grades. Designed to bridge the transition between middle school and the more rigorous academic environment of high school, Timberline focuses on fostering student independence, critical thinking, and social-emotional development. The school’s curriculum is structured to prepare students for the expectations of Waukee High School while providing a supportive community atmosphere that encourages exploration and personal growth.

Beyond its academic offerings, Timberline is integrated into the broader Waukee school system, sharing the district’s commitment to innovation and student-centered learning. The school emphasizes a "student-first" philosophy, utilizing modern facilities and collaborative teaching methods to engage students in both core subjects and a wide variety of extracurricular activities. By focusing on the specific developmental needs of the 8th and 9th-grade demographic, Timberline plays a vital role in ensuring that students are academically ready and socially confident as they advance toward graduation.

For more information, contact Timberline School at (515) 987-5161 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.