For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 842 students in 52772, IA (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 52772, IA are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 52772, IA are Tipton High School, Tipton Elementary School and Tipton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 52772 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in 52772, IA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Best 52772, IA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tipton High School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 E 6th St
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 886-6027
Tipton, IA 52772
(563) 886-6027
Gr: 9-12 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
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 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
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 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 52772, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in 52772, IA include Tipton High School, Tipton Elementary School and Tipton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 52772?
3 public schools are located in 52772.
What percentage of students in 52772 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 52772 are educated in public schools (compared to the IA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 52772?
52772 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
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