Serving 463 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fisher ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Fisher School serves the northern part of Walpole, MA, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fisher ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fisher's student population of 463 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Fisher ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fisher is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#276 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
8%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
71%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fisher's ranking?
Fisher is ranked #276 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Fisher often compared to?
Fisheris often viewed alongside schools like Elm Street School, Old Post Road by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Fisher?
463 students attend Fisher.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Fisher students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher?
Fisher has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fisher offer ?
Fisher offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fisher part of?
Fisher is part of Walpole School District.
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