Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Tipton Community School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tipton Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Tipton Community School's student population of 48 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tipton Community School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tipton Community School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6 out of 1280 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
21%
Black
2%
6%
White
98%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tipton Community School's ranking?
Tipton Community School is ranked #6 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Tipton Community School?
48 students attend Tipton Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tipton Community School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tipton Community School?
Tipton Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tipton Community School offer ?
Tipton Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Tipton Community School part of?
Tipton Community School is part of Waconda School District.
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