Serving 734 students in grades 7-8, Thunderbolt Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 734 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thunderbolt Middle School's student population of 734 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
734 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thunderbolt Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunderbolt Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#952 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
70%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunderbolt Middle School's ranking?
Thunderbolt Middle School is ranked #952 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Thunderbolt Middle School often compared to?
Thunderbolt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Telesis Preparatory by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Thunderbolt Middle School?
734 students attend Thunderbolt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Thunderbolt Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thunderbolt Middle School?
Thunderbolt Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Thunderbolt Middle School offer ?
Thunderbolt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thunderbolt Middle School part of?
Thunderbolt Middle School is part of Lake Havasu Unified District (4368).
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