Serving 326 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Fisher Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fisher Grade School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
326 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Fisher Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fisher Grade School is 0.14, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1523 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
93%
45%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fisher Grade School's ranking?
Fisher Grade School is ranked #1523 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Fisher Grade School?
326 students attend Fisher Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Fisher Grade School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher Grade School?
Fisher Grade School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fisher Grade School offer ?
Fisher Grade School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Fisher Grade School part of?
Fisher Grade School is part of Fisher CUSD 1 School District.
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