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Tipton County

Indiana · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Tipton County clocks in around 2,152 students across 5 schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high).

7-year change in Tipton County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
2,152
-163 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
5
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
88%
was 91%
% Hispanic
7%
was 5%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
15,346
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Schools
5
2 districts
Enrollment
2,152
students · NCES CCD
Median income
$76,156
Above Indiana avg
Free/reduced lunch
42.9%
Below Indiana avg
Elementary
2
1,018 students
Middle
1
308 students
High
2
826 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Tipton Community School Corp
1,366 students · 2 districts in Tipton County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Tipton County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
94%
Hispanic
3%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
88%
Hispanic
7%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
23.5%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
8.2%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
2.3%
civilian labor
Median age
44
20.5% under 18

Test scores in Tipton County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 4 schools ranked. Indiana state average: 39.2%.

See all 4 schools in Tipton County ranked by score →

All schools (5)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Tipton Elementary SchoolTiptonElementaryPK-05621·
Tipton High SchoolTiptonHigh09-12437·
Tri Central ElementarySharpsvilleElementaryPK-05397·
Tri Central Middle-High SchoolSharpsvilleHigh06-12389·
Tipton Middle SchoolTiptonMiddle06-08308·

Cities in Tipton County

Tipton3 schoolsSharpsville2 schools

About Tipton County

Tipton County is a thinly populated county of about 15,346 residents in Indiana. Its public-school system teaches approximately 2,152 students across 5 schools.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $76,156, roughly 24% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the poverty rate is around 8%. That income level is 8% higher than the Indiana median.

On the level-by-level breakdown, Tipton County comprises 2 elementary schools (1,018 students), 1 middle school (308), and 2 high schools (826).

The largest single district in Tipton County is Tipton Community School Corp, which alone enrolls about 1,366 students.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 2,152 students, decreased 7% from the 2,315 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Tipton County discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Tipton County?
Tipton County, Indiana has 5 public K-12 schools serving approximately 2,152 students.
How many high schools are in Tipton County?
Tipton County, Indiana has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 826 students.
How many middle schools are in Tipton County?
Tipton County, Indiana has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 308 students.
How many elementary schools are in Tipton County?
Tipton County, Indiana has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 1,018 students.
What is the largest school district in Tipton County?
Tipton Community School Corp is the largest school district in Tipton County, serving approximately 1,366 students. The county contains 2 school districts overall.
How many people live in Tipton County?
Tipton County has roughly 15,346 residents according to the latest Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What is the median household income in Tipton County?
Median household income in Tipton County is $76,156, above the Indiana average of $70,257. About 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Tipton County?
Approximately 23.5% of adults 25 and older in Tipton County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Tipton County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 42.9% of students in Tipton County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Indiana county average of 48.4%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tipton County schools?
Across Tipton County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 13.8 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data