Serving 1,010 students in grades 6-8, Harry S. Truman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,010 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 15%
- Reading Proficiency: 29%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harry S. Truman Middle School's student population of 1,010 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Harry S. Truman Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
92%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
3%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Harry S. Truman Middle School often compared to?
Harry S. Truman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southridge Tech Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Harry S. Truman Middle School?
1,010 students attend Harry S. Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Harry S. Truman Middle School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry S. Truman Middle School?
Harry S. Truman Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Harry S. Truman Middle School offer ?
Harry S. Truman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Harry S. Truman Middle School part of?
Harry S. Truman Middle School is part of Fontana Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
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