Fisher Elementary School

501 N 14th St
Lynden, WA 98264
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 546 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fisher Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50% in WA
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : Fisher Elementary School serves the southern part of Lynden, WA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 22.8 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 2.9 miles, and the furthest point located about 6.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Fisher Elementary School's student population of 546 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

School Calendar

School Rankings

Fisher Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fisher Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WA)
#1421 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

36%
41%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

41%
53%
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
2%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
37%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
5%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
56%
47%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
3%
9%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
44%
0.55

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
29.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
9%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fisher Elementary School's ranking?
Fisher Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fisher Elementary School often compared to?
Fisher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isom Elementary School, Vossbeck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fisher Elementary School?
546 students attend Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Fisher Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher Elementary School?
Fisher Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fisher Elementary School offer ?
Fisher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fisher Elementary School part of?
Fisher Elementary School is part of Lynden School District.

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4   10/10/2025
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 546 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : Fisher Elementary School serves the southern part of Lynden, WA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 22.8 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 2.9 miles, and the furthest point located about 6.1 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education

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