Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Thunder Ridge High 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thunder Ridge High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Kensington, KS, encompassing approximately 492.3 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 12.8 miles to the zone edge. The furthest edge of the zone extends up to 19.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thunder Ridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Thunder Ridge High School's student population of 60 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We will never cease in our pursuit of excellence.
School Rankings
Thunder Ridge High 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 High School is 0.27, 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
#391 out of 1269 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.3%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 High School's ranking?
Thunder Ridge High School is ranked #391 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thunder Ridge High School?
The graduation rate of Thunder Ridge High School is 80%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Thunder Ridge High School?
60 students attend Thunder Ridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Thunder Ridge High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thunder Ridge High School?
Thunder Ridge High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thunder Ridge High School offer ?
Thunder Ridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thunder Ridge High School part of?
Thunder Ridge High School is part of Thunder Ridge Schools.
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