For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 577 students in Tipton, MO (there are 1 private school, serving 108 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Tipton, MO are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Tipton, MO are Tipton Elementary School, Tipton Middle School and Tipton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Tipton, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Tipton have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Tipton, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tipton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
138 E Cooper St.
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-2213
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-2213
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Tipton Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 S Gravois
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-5528
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-5528
Grades: 6-8
| 122 students
Rank: #33.
Tipton High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 S. Gravois Ave.
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-5528
Tipton, MO 65081
(660) 433-5528
Grades: 9-12
| 190 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Tipton, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Tipton, MO include Tipton Elementary School, Tipton Middle School and Tipton High School.
How many public schools are located in Tipton?
3 public schools are located in Tipton.
What percentage of students in Tipton go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Tipton are educated in public schools (compared to the MO state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Tipton?
Tipton public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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