Serving 1,152 students in grades 6-8, Thunder Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thunder Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thunder Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,152 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thunder Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thunder Ridge Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#737 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
23%
35%
Black
11%
5%
White
51%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thunder Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Thunder Ridge Middle School is ranked #737 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Thunder Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Thunder Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Middle School, Sky Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Thunder Ridge Middle School?
1,152 students attend Thunder Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Thunder Ridge Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thunder Ridge Middle School?
Thunder Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thunder Ridge Middle School offer ?
Thunder Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Thunder Ridge Middle School part of?
Thunder Ridge Middle School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
School Calendar
View the Thunder Ridge Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for 8th Graders: Dismissal @ 3:45PM
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
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