Serving 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montessori Magnet At Fisher School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montessori Magnet At Fisher School is 0.67, 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
#692 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
52%
12%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Montessori Magnet At Fisher School's ranking?
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School is ranked #692 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Montessori Magnet At Fisher School?
353 students attend Montessori Magnet At Fisher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Montessori Magnet At Fisher School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montessori Magnet At Fisher School?
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Montessori Magnet At Fisher School offer ?
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montessori Magnet At Fisher School part of?
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Magnet At Fisher School located?
Montessori Magnet At Fisher School is located in the South West neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in South West.
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