Serving 286 students in grades 3-5, Harry S. Fisher Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
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School Overview
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#471 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
20%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
69%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry S. Fisher Elementary School's ranking?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Harry S. Fisher Elementary School often compared to?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harwinton Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Harry S. Fisher Elementary School?
286 students attend Harry S. Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Harry S. Fisher Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry S. Fisher Elementary School?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harry S. Fisher Elementary School offer ?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harry S. Fisher Elementary School part of?
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is part of Plymouth School District.
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