Tipton Christian Academy was founded by Pastor Ken Carroll as a ministry of the Tipton Bible Church.
TCA has offered excellence in Christian education since 1952 and remains one of the oldest Christian schools in the state of Iowa.
TCA provides a Christ-centered education for students in kindergarten-12th grade. The TCA staff strives to point our students to salvation in Christ alone, and to prepare them to serve Christ in today's society, using the talents and abilities He has given them.
TCA offers an individualized program that enables each child to succeed at his/her own learning level.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Bible & Fine Arts Competitions for 7th-12th grade, Choir, Drama Production for 7th-12th grade
Bible & Fine Arts Competitions for 7th-12th grade, Choir, Drama Production for 7th-12th grade
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Tipton Christian Academy?
The application deadline for Tipton Christian Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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