For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,409 students in 46072, IN (there are , serving 89 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 46072, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 46072, IN are Tipton Elementary School, Tipton High School and Tipton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 46072 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Indiana public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 46072, IN have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 46072, IN Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tipton Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1099 S Main St
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7397
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7397
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Tipton High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
619 S Main St
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7431
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7431
Gr: 9-12 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Tipton Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
817 S Main St
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7521
Tipton, IN 46072
(765) 675-7521
Gr: 6-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 46072, IN?
The top-ranked public schools in 46072, IN include Tipton Elementary School, Tipton High School and Tipton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 46072?
3 public schools are located in 46072.
What percentage of students in 46072 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 46072 are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 46072?
46072 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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