Serving 72 students in grades 4-8, Thunder Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thunder Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Thunder Ridge Middle School's student population of 72 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will never cease in our pursuit of excellence.
School Rankings
Thunder Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunder Ridge Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
89%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunder Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Thunder Ridge Middle School is ranked #423 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Thunder Ridge Middle School?
72 students attend Thunder Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Thunder Ridge Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thunder Ridge Middle School?
Thunder Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thunder Ridge Middle School offer ?
Thunder Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thunder Ridge Middle School part of?
Thunder Ridge Middle School is part of Thunder Ridge Schools.
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