Thunder Basin High School

Thunder Basin High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
4001 Saunders Blvd,  Gillette, WY
Campbell County School District No. 1
4.0
1,228 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
40%
Average GPA
3.66
Graduation Rate
85%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
B+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B-
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.66
Reading Proficiency
40%
Math Proficiency
45%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
75
Full Time Teachers
75
Teachers in First or Second Year
15.8%
College Prep
Average ACT
23
Math
23
English
23
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
279:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%
White
87%
Hispanic
8.8%
Two or more races
1.2%
Native American
1.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Wyoming 172 Students
Black Hills State University 62 Students
Colorado State University 52 Students
Sheridan College 48 Students
Montana State University 39 Students
Montana State University - Billings 36 Students
University of Utah 29 Students
Boise State University 28 Students
Casper College 24 Students
Northwest College - Wyoming 20 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 38 Students
Psychology 23 Students
Biology 22 Students
Nursing 16 Students
Elementary Education 16 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Engineering 11 Students
Criminology 10 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 17 Reviews
5.0 Senior
6/3/2024
My schooling experience at thunder basin high school was exceptional. The staff, teachers, and classmates at this school were very kind and helpful, and helped me prepare and exceed in my new college career.
5.0 Senior
1/25/2024
Thunder Basin has been a great place to spend my High School career. You always feel welcomed and like you belong. There is a wide variety of activities, sports, and clubs to choose from leaving a way for every person to be involved.
4.0 Senior
5/31/2023
Thunder basin is an amazing high school filled with many athletic programs and amazing music and art opportunities. One thing I think they can improve on is the educational value to those who are academic achievers.

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Thunder Basin High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Gillette, WY and is served by the Campbell County School District No. 1 in Wyoming. The school has a total enrollment of 1,228 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 45% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 40% are proficient in reading. Thunder Basin High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.66, the graduation rate is 85%, and the average ACT score is 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Westwood High School, Campbell County High School, Sage Valley Junior High School, and more. Learn more about what Gillette has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Thunder Basin High School.

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