Harry S. Truman Middle School

16224 Mallory Dr.
Fontana, CA 92335
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Harry S. Truman Middle School serves 1,037 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,037 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • 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 1,037 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,037 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Harry S. Truman Middle School is 0.17, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CA)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)
15%
40%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)
29%
51%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
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Asian
1%
12%
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Hispanic
91%
56%
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Black
3%
5%
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White
4%
22%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
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Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.17
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Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
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Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

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?
1,037 students attend Harry S. Truman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Harry S. Truman Middle School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 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 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
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.

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School Reviews

5   1/11/2007
Truman Middle School has done an excellent job of reviewing existing programs to ensure students receive the nest education possible. The schools has developed an extensive reward program which honors students on a weekly, monthly, and trimester basis. Students are given certificated for their academic accomplishments, and receive free passes to school actiivities. Overall, the faciities are well-kept.
- Posted by Administrator - bigsp

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Quick Stats (2023)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,037 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 96%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 15%
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 29%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education

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