Very Good
#552 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 31% in state
Fisher
Elementary School · Walpole
65 Gould Street, Walpole, MA 02081
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#552 of 1,793
In Walpole
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Walpole
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Fisher
Elementary School in Walpole · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fisher
Fisher is a public elementary school in Walpole, MA, part of Walpole. Fisher serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fisher has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #552 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Fisher show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Fisher — Students at Fisher score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.7/10.
How Fisher Compares
See how Fisher performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
65 Gould Street, Walpole, MA 02081
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fisher may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. William E Sheehan (rated 9.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Westwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ralph Wheelock School (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Medfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elm Street School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walpole, see our Walpole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL East Walpole | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Bird Middle East Walpole | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Walpole High Walpole | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Old Post Road East Walpole | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Elm Street School Walpole | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Daniel Feeney Preschool Center Walpole | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| F A Cleveland Norwood | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| George F. Willett Norwood | 2.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Martha Jones Westwood | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Norwood High Norwood | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Balch Norwood | 2.2 mi | 3.7 |
| William E Sheehan Westwood | 3.2 mi | 9.6 |
| Ralph Wheelock School Medfield | 2.6 mi | 8.9 |
| CLIFFORD ACADEMY East Walpole | 3.0 mi | — |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Norwood | 3.2 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02081 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,233
Median Home Value
$647,200
Median Rent
$1,980/mo
Population
19,703
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
33.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
42.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Annie L Sargent School North Andover, MA | 7.3 |
| Bowen Newton Centre, MA | 7.3 |
| Early Childhood Center Dedham, MA | 7.3 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven, MA | 7.3 |
| Golden Hill Haverhill, MA | 7.3 |
| Grace Farrar Cole Norwell, MA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fisher
What grades does Fisher serve?
Fisher serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Fisher?
Fisher has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fisher?
The student-teacher ratio at Fisher is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fisher rank in MA?
Fisher ranks #552 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Fisher's MySchoolScout rating?
Fisher has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Fisher?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fisher has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Fisher a charter school?
No, Fisher is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fisher a Title I school?
No, Fisher is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 473
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.3%
- Phone
- (508) 660-7234
Resources & Links
District
Walpole- District Enrollment
- 3,633
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,698
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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