Serving 1,093 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Thunder Ridge School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,093 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Thunder Ridge School serves the northwest part of Saratoga Springs, UT, covering an area of approximately 5.6 square miles, with most students living within a 1.6-mile average distance from the school. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is about 2.1 miles away, typically allowing for a 5-10 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thunder Ridge School's student population of 1,093 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,093 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Raptors
School Rankings
Thunder Ridge School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunder Ridge School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#496 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Raptors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunder Ridge School's ranking?
Thunder Ridge School is ranked #496 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Thunder Ridge School often compared to?
Thunder Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview Academy, Ranches Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Thunder Ridge School?
1,093 students attend Thunder Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Thunder Ridge School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thunder Ridge School?
Thunder Ridge School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Thunder Ridge School offer ?
Thunder Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Thunder Ridge School part of?
Thunder Ridge School is part of Alpine School District.
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