For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 582 students in Tipton, IA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tipton, IA are Tipton Elementary School and Tipton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tipton, IA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Iowa public elementary school average of 70%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 69% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tipton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tipton, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tipton Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Lemon
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 886-6131
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 886-6131
Gr: PK-4 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Tipton Middle School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
725 West 7th St.
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 886-6025
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 886-6025
Gr: 5-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Tipton, IA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tipton, IA include Tipton Elementary School and Tipton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Tipton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Tipton.
What is the racial composition of students in Tipton?
Tipton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public elementary schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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