Summary:
Thunder Ridge Schools in Kansas has one outstanding middle school, Thunder Ridge Middle School, which has consistently ranked among the top middle schools in the state. This school's strong academic performance, efficient resource allocation, and ability to serve students from diverse backgrounds make it a standout institution within the district.
Thunder Ridge Middle School has outperformed the district and state averages on state assessments, particularly in English Language Arts and Science. The school's 4-5 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger and its high ranking within the state (37th out of 368 Kansas middle schools in 2021-2022 and 65th out of 362 in 2022-2023) further demonstrate its academic excellence. Additionally, the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.2 may contribute to its strong performance.
Despite the school's high academic achievement, a significant portion of its student population (45.31%) comes from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch rate. This suggests that Thunder Ridge Schools is able to provide a high-quality education to students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. The district's allocation of resources, with $16,600 spent per student at Thunder Ridge Middle School, may also be a contributing factor to the school's academic success.
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