Timbo Schools is a small public school located in Timbo, Arkansas, in central Stone County. It is a part of the Mountain View School District.
Serving 104 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Timbo Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 104 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timbo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Timbo Elementary School's student population of 104 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
1947
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Timbo Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Timbo Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#125 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
19%
White
96%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
20%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timbo Elementary School's ranking?
Timbo Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Timbo Elementary School?
104 students attend Timbo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Timbo Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timbo Elementary School?
Timbo Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Timbo Elementary School offer ?
Timbo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timbo Elementary School part of?
Timbo Elementary School is part of Mountain View School District.
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