Serving 122 students in grades 6-8, Tipton Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 122 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tipton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Tipton Middle School's student population of 122 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Tipton Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tipton Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1725 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
95%
68%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tipton Middle School's ranking?
Tipton Middle School is ranked #1725 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Tipton Middle School?
122 students attend Tipton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Tipton Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tipton Middle School?
Tipton Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tipton Middle School offer ?
Tipton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Tipton Middle School part of?
Tipton Middle School is part of Tipton R-VI School District.
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