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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Harry S. Fisher Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Terryville, CT, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- 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:
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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
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
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%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
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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