Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mary R. Fisher Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary R. Fisher Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in North Grosvenordale, CT, covering approximately 48.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School's student population of 359 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary R. Fisher Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#386 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Mary R. Fisher Elementary School's ranking?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School is ranked #386 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mary R. Fisher Elementary School often compared to?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thompson Middle School, Woodstock Elementary School, Putnam Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mary R. Fisher Elementary School?
359 students attend Mary R. Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mary R. Fisher Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Mary R. Fisher Elementary School?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary R. Fisher Elementary School offer ?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary R. Fisher Elementary School part of?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School is part of Thompson School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary R. Fisher Elementary School located?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School is located in the North Grosvenor Dale neighborhood of North Grosvenordale, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in North Grosvenor Dale.
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