Serving 381 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- 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:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School's student population of 381 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary R. Fisher Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#402 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary R. Fisher Elementary School's ranking?
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School is ranked #402 out of 942 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
381 students attend Mary R. Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Mary R. Fisher Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 12:1, which is equal to 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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