The phrase "is ranked third" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when you are discussing rankings or standings. For example, "In the national chess tournament, Joe is ranked third."
According to the FIFA rankings, Belgium is ranked third, while England is ranked joint 12th with Denmark.
Auriemma, whose team is ranked third nationally, conceded that fifth-ranked Tennessee (9-2) brings more experience and depth to tomorrow's game.
Mrs Kenna, 30, who is ranked third in the World Women's Snooker rankings, wants to see the rule scrapped.
The defense is ranked third over all in the league.
Alabama's recruiting class is ranked third behind Florida and Texas.
Their defense is ranked third in the N.F.L.
Globally, it is ranked third with more than 4,000 startups creating over 80,000 jobs.
Testaverde is ranked third in the American Football Conference, ahead of Peyton Manning.
Miami is ranked third in the New York Times computer poll.
Pakistan is ranked third on the basis of cultural, tribal and religious practices harmful to women.
Their pass defense is ranked third in the National Football Conference, allowing 195.1 yards a game.
