Tipton Middle School

Summary:

Tipton Middle School is a public middle school in Tipton, Missouri, serving 138 students in grades 6-8. The school is part of the Tipton R-VI school district, which is ranked 233 out of 386 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger. Unfortunately, Tipton Middle School has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Missouri middle schools, with a 1-star rating and a ranking of 385 out of 451 schools in the 2023-2024 school year.

Tipton Middle School faces significant challenges in academic performance, with students scoring well below the state averages in Mathematics, English Language Arts, and Science on the MAP tests. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the percentage of Tipton Middle School students proficient or better in Mathematics ranged from 17.5% (7th grade) to 23.6% (6th grade), compared to the state averages of 40.6% (7th grade) and 44.4% (6th grade). The school also has high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 17.5% to 25.8% in recent years, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, 44.2% of Tipton Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic status backgrounds.

In comparison, the nearby Morgan County Middle and California Middle schools have significantly higher academic performance, lower chronic absenteeism rates, and lower percentages of students from low-socioeconomic status backgrounds. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, the percentage of students proficient or better in Mathematics at Morgan County Middle ranged from 31% (7th grade) to 34.2% (8th grade), and at California Middle ranged from 32.1% (5th grade) to 54.3% (8th grade), compared to Tipton Middle School's range of 17.5% (7th grade) to 23.6% (6th grade). Addressing the challenges at Tipton Middle School will require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, increased resources, and a focus on improving the overall educational environment for the students.

Detail:

Public 6-8

400 S Gravois
Tipton, MO 65081-8606

(660) 433-5528

District: Tipton R-VI

SchoolDigger Rank:
385^th of 451 Missouri Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,588

Students who attend Tipton Middle School usually attend:

High:

Tipton High

Feeder schools for Tipton Middle School:

Elementary:

Tipton Elementary

Student/teacher ratio: 10.3

Number of students: 122

Racial breakdown:

White:

95.1%

Asian:

1.6%

Pacific Islander:

1.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 48.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Tipton Middle School ranks worse than 85.4% of middle schools in Missouri. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 18.51. (See more...)

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (95.1%), Asian (1.6%), Pacific Islander (1.6%). (See more...)

Compare Details 48.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Tipton Middle School is 10.3. (See more...)

Compare Tipton Middle School employs 11.7 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Tipton Middle School is $9,588.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Tipton Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Tipton Middle School 385^th of 451 Missouri public middle schools. (See Tipton Middle School in the ranking list.)

Middle School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:

White students:

Tipton R-VI:

SchoolDigger ranks Tipton R-VI 233^rd of 386 Missouri school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Tipton Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Tipton Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MO State Percentile
2021	35.84	304^th	454	33.0%
2022	34.33	314^th	459	31.6%
2023	16.46	399^th	459	13.1%
2024	18.51	385^th	451	14.6%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Tipton Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MO State Percentile
2021	28.78	300^th	371	19.1%
2022	37.84	240^th	365	34.2%
2023	25.69	321^st	382	16.0%

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Rank History for White students at Tipton Middle School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Middle Schools	MO State Percentile
2021	25.97	301^st	376	19.9%
2022	26.21	303^rd	381	20.5%
2023	9.68	367^th	385	4.7%
2024	11.34	360^th	379	5.0%

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Data source: test scores: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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Enrollment information for Tipton Middle School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2022	133	0	1	7	1	0	1	143
2023	132	0	1	3	1	0	1	138
2024	116	1	2	1	0	2	0	122

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Tipton Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	143	9.7	14.6	39.2
2023	138	9.6	14.2	44.2
2024	122	11.7	10.3	48.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Tipton Middle School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2022	143	9.7	14.6	39.2
2023	138	9.6	14.2	44.2
2024	122	11.7	10.3	48.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Tipton Middle School

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2021	$1,778 (20.0%)	$7,092 (80.0%)	$8,870
2022	$3,600 (37.5%)	$5,988 (62.5%)	$9,588

Data source: Missouri Department of Education

Schools Near Tipton Middle School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				MAP Mathematics (2024)				MAP Science (2024)		MAP English Language Arts (2024)				Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MAP Mathematics 5th Grade	MAP Mathematics 6th Grade	MAP Mathematics 7th Grade	MAP Mathematics 8th Grade	MAP Science 5th Grade	MAP Science 8th Grade	MAP English Language Arts 5th Grade	MAP English Language Arts 6th Grade	MAP English Language Arts 7th Grade	MAP English Language Arts 8th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Tipton Middle School	Public	6-8	400 S Gravois	Tipton	65081	Moniteau County	Tipton R-VI	No	No	No	Yes	(660) 433-5528	122	12	10.3	48.4%	116 (95.1%)	1 (0.8%)	1 (0.8%)	2 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	18.5	385^th of 451 public middle schools	14.6%		16.5	399^th of 459 public middle schools	13.1%	14		23.6	17.5	22.5		15.0		18.9		15.0	$9,588	$3,600	$5,988
California Middle	Public	5-8	211 S Owen St	California	65018	Moniteau County	Moniteau County R-I	No	No	No	Yes	(573) 796-2146	416	32	13.0	44.5%	345 (82.9%)	3 (0.7%)	57 (13.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.2%)	9 (2.2%)	67.7	122^nd of 451 public middle schools	72.9%		71.6	96^th of 459 public middle schools	79.1%	26	32.1	36.3	43.1	54.3	40.3	41.9	45.9	36.3	41.9	50.4	$8,996	$252	$8,744
Morgan County Middle	Public	6-8	913 W Newton	Versailles	65084	Morgan County	Morgan County R-II	No	No	No	No	(573) 378-5432	294	22	13.4	56.1%	277 (94.2%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (3.7%)	46.6	240^th of 451 public middle schools	46.8%		46.4	249^th of 459 public middle schools	45.8%	9		33.2	31.0	34.2		39.1		33.2	27.2	33.2	$12,949	$2,661	$10,288

Frequently Asked Questions about Tipton Middle School

How many students attend Tipton Middle School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 122 students attended Tipton Middle School.

What high school do graduates of Tipton Middle School attend?

Students who attend Tipton Middle School usually go on to attend Tipton High

What district is Tipton Middle School in?

Tipton R-VI

Is Tipton Middle School a good school?

Tipton Middle School ranks in the bottom 14.6% of Missouri middle schools.

What is the racial makeup of Tipton Middle School?

Students at Tipton Middle School are 95% White, 2% Asian, 2% Pacific Islander.

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