- Sierra Lakes Elementary — Grades K–5 · 902 students
- Dorothy Grant Innovations Academy — Grades K–5 · 682 students
- Ted Porter Elementary — Grades K–5 · 629 students
- Palmetto Elementary — Grades K–5 · 577 students
- Cypress Elementary — Grades K–5 · 572 students
- Kathy Binks Elementary — Grades K–5 · 567 students
- South Tamarind Elementary — Grades K–5 · 565 students
- Date Elementary — Grades K–5 · 533 students
- Mango Elementary — Grades K–5 · 523 students
- Oleander Elementary — Grades K–5 · 517 students
- Maple Elementary — Grades K–5 · 511 students
- Randall Pepper Elementary — Grades K–5 · 455 students
- Juniper Elementary — Grades K–5 · 446 students
- Hemlock Elementary — Grades K–5 · 426 students
- Canyon Crest Elementary — Grades K–5 · 420 students
- Tokay Elementary — Grades K–5 · 378 students
- Shadow Hills Elementary — Grades K–5 · 364 students
- Oak Park Elementary — Grades K–5 · 340 students
- Virginia Primrose Elementary — Grades K–5 · 336 students
- Chaparral Academy of Technology — Grades K–5 · 205 students
- Wayne Ruble Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,394 students
- Fontana Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,049 students
- Alder Middle — Grades 6–8 · 964 students
- Southridge Tech Middle — Grades 6–8 · 923 students
- Harry S. Truman Middle — Grades 6–8 · 883 students
- Sequoia Middle — Grades 7–8 · 791 students
- Almeria Middle — Grades 6–8 · 772 students
- Summit High — Grades 9–12 · 2,725 students
- Fontana High — Grades 9–12 · 2,534 students
- Fontana A. B. Miller High — Grades 9–12 · 1,950 students
- Jurupa Hills High — Grades 9–12 · 1,739 students
- Henry J. Kaiser High — Grades 9–12 · 1,660 students
- Citrus High (Continuation) — Grades 10–12 · 335 students
- Eric Birch High (Continuation) — Grades 10–12 · 239 students
- Redwood Elementary — Grades K–6 · 654 students
- Dolores Huerta International Academy — Grades K–6 · 639 students
- Beech Avenue Elementary — Grades K–6 · 615 students
- Citrus Elementary — Grades K–6 · 596 students
- Poplar Elementary — Grades K–6 · 450 students
- Live Oak Elementary — Grades K–6 · 434 students
- Almond Elementary — Grades K–6 · 418 students
- North Tamarind Elementary — Grades K–6 · 373 students
- Locust Elementary — Grades K–6 · 346 students
- West Randall Elementary — Grades K–6 · 304 students
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| Metric | Fontana Unified School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 44 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,700/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Fontana Unified School District
Families searching for schools in Fontana, California (ZIP 92335) are zoned to Fontana Unified School District. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of California districts on the data NCES reports. The district operates 44 schools, covering Kindergarten – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Fontana Unified School District runs approximately $15,700 annually, placing it near the California state average of approximately $16,500 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Fontana Unified School District is a very large district with 44 schools serving students from Kindergarten – 12th. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Fontana Unified School District 6 out of 10 — average among California public school districts. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Fontana Unified School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 92335
Children in zip code 92335 are assigned to Fontana Unified School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Kindergarten – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 92335, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Fontana Unified School District at (909)357-7600 or visit www.fusd.net. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — California districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Fontana
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Fontana Unified School District serves zip code 92335, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 92335 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In California, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Fontana Unified School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 92335.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Fontana Unified School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 92335 data.