FONTANA HIGH SCHOOL

Fontana High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Fontana Unified school district, located in Fontana, CA with about 2,475 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 116 teachers, Fontana High has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Fontana High School, commonly known as "FOHI," is a historic cornerstone of the Fontana Unified School District located in Fontana, California. As the city’s original high school, it holds a significant place in the community’s heritage and has served generations of students. The school is known for its strong sense of tradition and school spirit, often referred to by its mascot, the "Steeler."

The campus offers a comprehensive academic program designed to prepare students for both higher education and career paths. Beyond its core curriculum, Fontana High provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs that encourage campus engagement. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and community involvement, the school continues to strive toward fostering a supportive environment that reflects the diverse population of the Inland Empire.

For more information, contact Fontana High at (909) 357-5500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9453 Citrus Ave.
Fontana, CA 92335-5510
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FONTANA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Fontana, CA with about 2,475 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Fontana Unified
Total Students:
2,475
Teachers:
116.76
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Provision 2
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 2,475 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FONTANA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 95% of the student body.

Hispanic/Latino
94.6%
White
2.3%
Black or African American
2.1%
Asian
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
Two or more races
0.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.0%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.