Tipton, IA is a small town located in Cedar County with a population of around 3,000 people. Despite its size, Tipton has strong education opportunities available to its citizens. The local school district includes three elementary schools, one middle school and one high school which all have high ratings from the state department of education. Students at the elementary level receive a well-rounded education while the middle and high schools offer both traditional classroom and advanced programs for students looking to challenge themselves or explore different interests. Despite its small size, the teachers in Tipton are passionate about providing their students with quality instruction and resources that will help them succeed after graduation.
Tipton schools spend $12,206 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 14 pupils per teacher, 327 students per librarian, and 981 children per counselor.