MONTESSORI MAGNET AT FISHER SCHOOL
Montessori Magnet at Fisher School is a public elementary school that is part of the Hartford School District school district, located in Hartford, CT with about 343 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 15 teachers, Montessori Magnet at Fisher School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Montessori Magnet at Fisher School, located in Hartford, Connecticut, is a public magnet school that serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Guided by the Montessori philosophy, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach where classrooms are designed as "prepared environments." These settings encourage independence, hands-on learning, and self-directed exploration, allowing students to progress at their own pace while developing critical thinking skills and a sense of personal responsibility within a diverse, multi-age community.
Beyond its core curriculum, the school is recognized for its commitment to providing an enriched educational experience that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. By utilizing specialized Montessori materials and fostering collaborative relationships between teachers and students, the school aims to cultivate a lifelong love of learning. As part of the Hartford Public Schools magnet system, the Fisher School attracts families looking for an alternative pedagogical approach that prioritizes individual growth and community engagement in a supportive, structured environment.
For more information, contact Montessori Magnet at Fisher School at (860) 695-3560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hartford, CT 06112-1028
(860) 695-3560
MONTESSORI MAGNET AT FISHER SCHOOL is a public school in Hartford, CT with about 343 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Hartford School District
- Total Students:
- 343
- Teachers:
- 15.15
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 343 students
- Black or African American
- 40.8%
- White
- 26.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.2%
- Asian
- 10.8%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.