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Harry S. Fisher Elementary School

Elementary School · Plymouth School District

79 North Main Street, Terryville, CT 06786

Enrollment

293

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#491 of 990

In Terryville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Plymouth School District

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Harry S. Fisher Elementary School

6.4/10

Elementary School in Terryville · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Harry S. Fisher Elementary School

Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is a public elementary school in Terryville, CT, part of Plymouth School District. Harry S.

Fisher Elementary School serves approximately 293 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S. Fisher Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #491 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Harry S. Fisher Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Harry S. Fisher Elementary School — Students at Harry S. Fisher Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
52%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Harry S. Fisher Elementary School Compares

See how Harry S. Fisher Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in CT
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

79 North Main Street, Terryville, CT 06786

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harry S. Fisher Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Plymouth Center School (rated 8.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Side School (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wakelee School (rated 7.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Wolcott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Terryville, see our Terryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School Terryville 0.4 mi 6.8
West Bristol School Bristol 1.3 mi 5.1
Terryville High School Terryville 1.5 mi 5.5
Chippens Hill Middle School Bristol 2.4 mi 5.6
Plymouth Center School Plymouth 2.5 mi 8.3
Bristol Central High School Bristol 2.9 mi 4.9
South Side School Bristol 3.3 mi 7.5
CONNECTICUT JUNIOR REPUBLIC-BRISTOL Bristol 3.3 mi
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Bristol 3.6 mi 6.1
Thomaston Center School Thomaston 3.6 mi 5.1
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School Bristol 3.7 mi
Wakelee School Wolcott 5.2 mi 7.5
Alcott School Wolcott 4.9 mi 6.8
Wolcott High School Wolcott 5.6 mi 5.5
Wilby High School Waterbury 5.7 mi 3.0
North End Middle School Waterbury 5.7 mi 4.8
Edgewood Pre-K Academy Bristol 4.4 mi 3.0
Bristol Eastern High School Bristol 4.4 mi 4.9
Bucks Hill School Waterbury 5.9 mi 5.8
Black Rock School Thomaston 4.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,855

Median Home Value

$237,200

Median Rent

$1,141/mo

Population

9,617

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harry S. Fisher Elementary School

What grades does Harry S. Fisher Elementary School serve?

Harry S. Fisher Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Harry S. Fisher Elementary School?

Harry S. Fisher Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 293 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Fisher Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harry S. Fisher Elementary School rank in CT?

Harry S. Fisher Elementary School ranks #491 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Harry S. Fisher Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harry S. Fisher Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Harry S. Fisher Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S. Fisher Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Harry S. Fisher Elementary School a charter school?

No, Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Harry S. Fisher Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Harry S. Fisher Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry S. Fisher Elementary School?

48.5% of students at Harry S. Fisher Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
293
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Plymouth School District
District Enrollment
1,279
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#3 of 4

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