Fisher Hill School

Fisher Hill School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural setting of Orange, Massachusetts. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, Fisher Hill has an enrollment of 523 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 with 42 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school’s academic performance currently ranks at #1706 out of 1796 schools in Massachusetts, placing it in the fifth percentile statewide.

MySchoolScout gives Fisher Hill School an overall rating of 2.9/10, reflecting areas where there is room for improvement particularly in ELA and Math proficiency rates, with only 19% and 17% respectively meeting or exceeding standards across all grades. Science scores show slightly better performance at 23%. Fisher Hill School serves a community situated in a rural area near the town of Orange, offering students a close-knit environment with a strong sense of community involvement.

While current test scores at Fisher Hill School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Fisher Hill School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.