Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Harry M Fisher Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry M Fisher Elementary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harry M Fisher Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
89%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Harry M Fisher Elementary School often compared to?
Harry M Fisher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owen D Young Central School, Dolgeville Elementary School, Edmeston Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average).
How many students attend Harry M Fisher Elementary School?
348 students attend Harry M Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Harry M Fisher Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry M Fisher Elementary School?
Harry M Fisher Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harry M Fisher Elementary School offer ?
Harry M Fisher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harry M Fisher Elementary School part of?
Harry M Fisher Elementary School is part of Central Valley Csd At Ilion-Mohawk School District.
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