Thunder Ridge High School

Thunder Ridge High School is a public high school in Kensington, Kansas, serving 63 students in grades 9-12. The school is part of the Thunder Ridge Schools district, which is ranked 136 out of 264 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Thunder Ridge High School has seen significant fluctuations in its statewide ranking, ranging from a high of 60th out of 318 Kansas high schools in 2023-2024 (4-star rating) to a low of 299th out of 314 in 2017-2018 (0-star rating). The school's performance among specific student subgroups, such as male students, white students, and low socioeconomic status students, has also been variable. While the school maintains a relatively high four-year graduation rate, its dropout rate has fluctuated in recent years. The school's performance on state assessments has been mixed, with some grade levels and subject areas performing above the state averages, but the overall proficiency rates are more in line with or below the district and state averages.

Compared to nearby schools, such as Phillipsburg High and Smith Center Junior Senior High, Thunder Ridge High School has generally underperformed in terms of statewide rankings, test scores, and other key metrics. Additionally, the school has experienced relatively high rates of chronic absenteeism, which can have a significant impact on student learning and academic achievement. The school also serves a population with a significant proportion of students from low-income households, which can present additional challenges in terms of academic support and access to resources.