THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Thunder Ridge Schools school district, located in AGRA, KS with about 88 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 8 teachers, THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the rural community of Agra, Kansas, operates as part of the Thunder Ridge USD 110 school district. Serving students in the north-central region of the state, the school functions as a foundational educational hub for the surrounding agricultural community. By maintaining a small-town setting, the school focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students receive individualized attention from staff, fostering a tight-knit atmosphere that emphasizes both academic growth and community involvement.

The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare middle schoolers for the transition to high school, balancing core academic subjects with opportunities for extracurricular engagement. As a district committed to the success of its students, THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL works to integrate modern educational standards within the context of a supportive, small-school culture. For families and community members, the school serves as a central pillar, prioritizing character development and local pride alongside traditional classroom instruction.

For more information, contact THUNDER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL at (785) 638-2244 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.