Summary:
This analysis covers high schools in zip code 92335 (Fontana, California), which includes one comprehensive high school, Fontana High, serving grades 9-12 within the Fontana Unified district.
Fontana High stands out for its exceptional performance in English Language Arts, where 70.5% of students are proficient—far exceeding both district and state averages. The school also maintains a strong 92.9% graduation rate and has shown consistent improvement in its statewide ranking over the past three years. However, there is a notable performance gap, as proficiency in mathematics is significantly lower at 28.1%, which is below the state average.
Despite serving a student population where over 95% qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, the school achieves above-average outcomes in key areas like graduation and dropout rates. Chronic absenteeism is higher than the state average, representing an area for attention. With substantial per-student funding, the school demonstrates that high-need communities can achieve excellence, particularly in literacy, while highlighting mathematics as a clear focus for continued growth and support.
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