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Harry S. Truman Middle
Middle School · Fontana Unified
16224 Mallory Dr., Fontana, CA 92335
Enrollment
942
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
942
Student-Teacher
20.5:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,569 of 9,539
In Fontana
#31 of 55
public schools
In district
#24 of 44
Fontana Unified
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Harry S. Truman Middle
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About Harry S. Truman Middle
Harry S. Truman Middle is a public middle school in Fontana, CA, part of Fontana Unified. Harry S.
Truman Middle serves approximately 942 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry S. Truman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #6,569 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Harry S. Truman Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Harry S. Truman Middle runs 20.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
39% of students at Harry S. Truman Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Harry S. Truman Middle — Students at Harry S. Truman Middle score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Harry S. Truman Middle Compares
See how Harry S. Truman Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
16224 Mallory Dr., Fontana, CA 92335
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry S. Truman Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sequoia Middle (rated 7.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fontana Middle (rated 5.0/10, 2.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fontana, see our Fontana schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fontana High Fontana | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Cypress Elementary Fontana | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Citrus Elementary Fontana | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Poplar Elementary Fontana | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Randall Pepper Elementary Fontana | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Date Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Jurupa Hills High Fontana | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| West Randall Elementary Fontana | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Citrus High (Continuation) Fontana | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Oleander Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Beech Avenue Elementary Fontana | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Options for Youth-Acton Covina | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Sequoia Middle Fontana | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mojave River Academy - Gold Canyon Oro Grande | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Palmetto Elementary Fontana | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF FONTANA Fontana | 1.9 mi | — |
| Live Oak Elementary Fontana | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fontana | 1.9 mi | — |
| Jurupa Vista Elementary Fontana | 2.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Fontana Middle Fontana | 2.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,198
Median Home Value
$433,600
Median Rent
$1,636/mo
Population
95,295
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
47.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry S. Truman Middle
What grades does Harry S. Truman Middle serve?
Harry S. Truman Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Harry S. Truman Middle?
Harry S. Truman Middle has an enrollment of approximately 942 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry S. Truman Middle is 20.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry S. Truman Middle rank in CA?
Harry S. Truman Middle ranks #6,569 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Harry S. Truman Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry S. Truman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Harry S. Truman Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry S. Truman Middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Harry S. Truman Middle a charter school?
No, Harry S. Truman Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry S. Truman Middle a Title I school?
No, Harry S. Truman Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry S. Truman Middle?
87.6% of students at Harry S. Truman Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 942
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (909) 357-5190
Resources & Links
District
Fontana Unified- District Enrollment
- 33,205
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,021
- District Rank
- #24 of 44
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