Very Good
#518 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 23% in state
Tipton Elem.
Elementary School · TIPTON R-VI
334 US Highway 50 West, Tipton, MO 65081
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
265
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#518 of 2,221
In Tipton
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
TIPTON R-VI
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Tipton Elem.
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About Tipton Elem.
Tipton Elem. is a public elementary school in Tipton, MO, part of TIPTON R-VI. Tipton Elem. serves approximately 265 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Tipton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #518 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Tipton Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Tipton Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Tipton Elem. — Students at Tipton Elem. score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Tipton Elem. Compares
See how Tipton Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
334 US Highway 50 West, Tipton, MO 65081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Tipton Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CALIFORNIA ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby California), which scores slightly higher. Another option is BUNCETON ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Bunceton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MORGAN CO. ELEM. (rated 7.5/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Versailles), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tipton, see our Tipton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TIPTON HIGH Tipton | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| TIPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Tipton | 0.1 mi | 6.1 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Tipton | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CLARKSBURG ELEM. Clarksburg | 6.0 mi | 6.6 |
| HAZEL DELL SCHOOL Latham | 8.8 mi | 4.3 |
| BUNCETON ELEM. Bunceton | 9.4 mi | 7.9 |
| BUNCETON HIGH Bunceton | 9.4 mi | 5.6 |
| LATHAM ELEM. Latham | 8.4 mi | 6.2 |
| PRAIRIE UNION SCHOOL Latham | 11.4 mi | — |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bunceton | 12.1 mi | — |
| CALIFORNIA HIGH California | 10.1 mi | 7.4 |
| DOGWOOD GROVE SCHOOL Versailles | 12.9 mi | 3.9 |
| CALIFORNIA ELEM. California | 11.4 mi | 8.3 |
| CALIFORNIA MIDDLE California | 11.4 mi | 6.8 |
| OTTERVILLE ELEM. Otterville | 12.6 mi | 4.3 |
| OTTERVILLE HIGH Otterville | 12.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MORGAN CO. HIGH Versailles | 15.7 mi | 8.6 |
| MORGAN CO. ELEM. Versailles | 15.8 mi | 7.5 |
| MORGAN CO. MIDDLE Versailles | 15.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PRAIRIE HOME ELEM. Prairie Home | 15.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,653
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$774/mo
Population
4,377
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
69.5%
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
35.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BLOOMFIELD ELEM. Bloomfield, MO | 7.6 |
| CALEDONIA ELEM. Caledonia, MO | 7.6 |
| CEDAR HILL ELEM. Jefferson City, MO | 7.6 |
| DAVID HARRISON ELEMENTARY Springfield, MO | 7.6 |
| DEWEY ELEMENTARY Chillicothe, MO | 7.6 |
| FAIRWAY ELEM. Wildwood, MO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Tipton Elem.
What grades does Tipton Elem. serve?
Tipton Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Tipton Elem.?
Tipton Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 265 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Tipton Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Tipton Elem. is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Tipton Elem. rank in MO?
Tipton Elem. ranks #518 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Tipton Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Tipton Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Tipton Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Tipton Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Tipton Elem. a charter school?
No, Tipton Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Tipton Elem. a Title I school?
No, Tipton Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Tipton Elem.?
47.5% of students at Tipton Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 265
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Moniteau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (660) 433-2213
Resources & Links
District
TIPTON R-VI- District Enrollment
- 577
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,625
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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