THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL

THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Thunder Ridge Schools school district, located in KENSINGTON, KS with about 72 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 7 teachers, THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL, located in Kensington, Kansas, is a central educational hub for the USD 110 school district. Serving a rural community, the school emphasizes a close-knit environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention. The institution is committed to preparing its students for future success through a curriculum that balances traditional academics with opportunities for extracurricular involvement, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.

As part of the USD 110 district, Thunder Ridge serves as a pillar for the local community, promoting values of school spirit and academic growth. The school utilizes its official website, usd110.net, to maintain communication with families and stakeholders, providing updates on athletic events, school calendars, and district policies. By integrating modern learning standards with the supportive atmosphere of a small-town school, THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL aims to equip its graduates with the skills necessary for post-secondary education and career readiness.

For more information, contact THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL at (785) 476-2217 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

209 EAST ASH
KENSINGTON, KS 66951-0188
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THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in KENSINGTON, KS with about 72 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Kansas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
72
Teachers:
7.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 72 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending THUNDER RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.3%
Hispanic/Latino
8.3%
Two or more races
4.2%
Black or African American
2.8%
Asian
1.4%

Female
48.6%
Male
51.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.