Serving 256 students in grades 5-8, Tipton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tipton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tipton, IA, covering an area of approximately 140.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tipton Middle School's student population of 256 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tipton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tipton Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#725 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
93%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tipton Middle School's ranking?
Tipton Middle School is ranked #725 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Tipton Middle School?
256 students attend Tipton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tipton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tipton Middle School?
Tipton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Tipton Middle School offer ?
Tipton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tipton Middle School part of?
Tipton Middle School is part of Tipton Comm School District.
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