Serving 518 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Fisher Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fisher Elementary School's student population of 518 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Fisher Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fisher Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1421 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fisher Elementary School's ranking?
Fisher Elementary School is ranked #1421 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Fisher Elementary School often compared to?
Fisher Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isom Elementary School, Vossbeck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Fisher Elementary School?
518 students attend Fisher Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Fisher Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fisher Elementary School?
Fisher Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fisher Elementary School offer ?
Fisher Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fisher Elementary School part of?
Fisher Elementary School is part of Lynden School District.
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