Serving 498 students in grades 6-12, Fisher Middle/high School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Fisher Middle/High School serves a central area in Marrero, LA, covering approximately 15.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary located 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fisher Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Fisher Middle/high School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fisher Middle/high School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fisher Middle/high School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#305 out of 1244 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
16%
11%
Black
3%
42%
White
74%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fisher Middle/high School's ranking?
Fisher Middle/high School is ranked #305 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Fisher Middle/high School often compared to?
Fisher Middle/high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leo E. Kerner Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fisher Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Fisher Middle/high School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Fisher Middle/high School?
498 students attend Fisher Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Fisher Middle/high School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher Middle/high School?
Fisher Middle/high School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fisher Middle/high School offer ?
Fisher Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fisher Middle/high School part of?
Fisher Middle/high School is part of Jefferson Parish School District.
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