For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 929 students in Tipton, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tipton, IN 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, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Tipton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Tipton, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tipton Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1099 S Main St
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7397
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7397
Gr: PK-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Tipton Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
817 S Main St
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7521
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7521
Gr: 6-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Tipton, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Tipton, IN 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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