For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 46 students in Tipton, KS (there are 2 private schools, serving 50 private students). 46% of all K-12 students in Tipton, KS are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in Tipton, KS is Tipton Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tipton, KS public school have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Kansas public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 33% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Tipton, KS (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tipton Community School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
209 State St.
Tipton, KS 67485
(785) 373-5355
Tipton, KS 67485
(785) 373-5355
Gr: K-8 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Tipton, KS?
The top-ranked public schools in Tipton, KS include Tipton Community School.
How many public schools are located in Tipton?
1 public schools are located in Tipton.
What percentage of students in Tipton go to public school?
46% of all K-12 students in Tipton are educated in public schools (compared to the KS state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Tipton?
Tipton public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kansas public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
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