Conrad Fischer Elementary School

888 Wilson Street

School District

Elmhurst 205
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:14
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on September 17, 2023

Conrad Fischer Elementary School deserves a 5-star rating from this proud parent. The teachers' dedication fosters a love for learning, and their commitment to safety provides peace of mind. The strong sense of community and diverse extracurricular activities make it an exceptional choice for a well-rounded education. I wholeheartedly recommend it.
Submitted by parent on August 04, 2023

My family and I have been a part of the Conrad Fischer School community for the last 9 years. We moved into the neighborhood, for the school, and we have been very happy. The teachers have been wonderful and the administration goes above and beyond to make themselves available for any help. Like most schools, they do testing, but I have never felt any pressure on the kids. We have had some issues with bullying and it has always been addressed. Should you have any questions, the staff is very approachable and accommodating. The neighbors that we have met, have been nothing but kind. And the friendships that our children have developed, are amazing!
Submitted by parent on January 24, 2022

I love this school..The teacher here are so fantastic and helpful and also the school stuff too.My daughter loves all her teachers here.
Submitted by parent on August 13, 2021

This school is the first Dual Language Program in Elmhurst! I love that my child is learning both English and Spanish. The teachers are just fantastic!!
Submitted by other on March 28, 2020

Very supportive staff, great leadership, awesome students!
Submitted by parent on July 25, 2019

I love how caring the teachers are! Building relationships is key to academic success, and the teachers here care for each of their students, no matter their background.
Submitted by parent on May 17, 2018

5 stars! I trust that my child is getting the necessary support and education to be successful!
Submitted by other on November 22, 2016

A wide variety of resources are provided at this friendly neighborhood public school. If your child needs reading help there are several dedicated teachers with a research based curriculum, if your child needs speech or other therapy there are supports for your child, if your child is gifted they have a curriculum and a dedicated teacher. The staff are consistently being trained on creating a positive culture for academic success for all children and it shows in my child's enthusiasm for Fischer.
Submitted by other on June 28, 2016

Small neighborhood school where teachers care enough to know everyone'should name and favorite extra curricular activity. Parents and school administration work together toward new innovative programs to benefit student's learning environment.
Submitted by parent on February 22, 2014

First of all, this school is an amazing place that teaches to a great mix of students from various ethnic groups and socioeconomic levels. The comment about teachers being fired is false! The teachers were sadly moved to others in the district, but that was to follow Illinois state mandates for bilingual education. The bilingual teachers teach Spanish AND English to their students and no student who is not Spanish speaking is forced to be in a multi-language classroom. It is beneficial to be bilingual and many of the children here speak two or more languages. This school reflects the real world and students are prepared with the same curriculum as other D205 schools. Fantastic staff and my children were taught very well here. They are empathetic to others, grounded in acceptance of all, and academically successful.
Submitted by parent on February 20, 2014

The staff Conrad Fischer is first rate. While the school's reputation may have taken a few hits as the demographics shifted and heavy handed polices from the district were implemented. The good news is that the school has weathered the change and continues to be great.
Submitted by parent on December 17, 2013

I can't believe some of the reviews on here. Sounds nothing like our experience. We have been VERY happy with the quality of education our kids have received. Can't say enough about the quality of care that goes into each student. Highly recommend Fischer to any parents.
Submitted by parent on June 19, 2013

The school is more concerned with non-residents that are bused in than they care about the children whose parents actually pay taxes here. They just fired some AMAZING teachers because they weren't Spanish speaking. The children here test under the state average. I grew up here and my oldest currently attends school here, but not next year. We are relocating to a better school district and anyone considering moving here should just run or enroll your children in private school. Honestly, I can't even explain how upset I am because this was such a nice area when I grew up and I am so sad to see it turn into something like this.
Submitted by parent on October 05, 2012

School is rapidly changing. For what it's worth, classrooms are being segregated in 2012 for grades 1-3 into english, spanish and other. Time will tell how segregation affects these kids, the middle school and high school. Poverty rate has soared from 30% in 2009 to nearly 60% in 2012 based upon those getting free lunches. There are no other schools in District 205 like this one.
Submitted by other on September 05, 2012

Elmhurst has given up on the north side of that town. The school buses in kids from surrounding areas that don't even pay taxes here. If you can, move to the mid to south region of Elmhurst, they spend more on their children there. Don't get me wrong, Teachers are great, but your child will not benefit by waiting for other kids to learn English. Very sad to pay Elmhurst Taxes for this.
Submitted by parent on May 28, 2012

My daughter was prescreened for Kindergarden for the 2012 fall year and because she doesn't look "American" the lady who screened her insisted that english is her second language and proceeded to screen her as such. I told the lady twice that she only speaks english as that is the only language that we have ever known, and the lady refused to believe that.even though I had signed a form validating what I had told her. I have lived in town for the last 26 years and I guess some things never change. So be warned, if your skin color doesn't look "American",your child is already marked. However, I like to believe that most of of the teachers do care about the children, but one rotten apple is enough to ruin the barrel.
Submitted by parent on August 03, 2011

Conrad is a great school! The teacher and principal are wonderful and they all go above and beyond for the children. My son loves it here. I love the close knit feeling and family like setting Conrad has to offer. The best school in Elmhurst by far!!!
Submitted by parent on August 02, 2010

I have two children in this school. I am so appreciative of the diverse population. It has benefited my children in so many ways. I have no doubt that my children will be well prepared for any population of people that they come into contact with. They have have fully embraced the multi-cultural atmosphere. Their teachers were outstanding. I feel that my children were blessed to have attended C.F. They could not have experienced this at any other Elmhurst school.