Alder Middle vs Fontana Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alder Middle
Fontana · Public middle · Grades 6–8
964 students
Fontana Middle
Fontana · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,049 students
| Measure | Alder Middle Fontana, California | Fontana Middle Fontana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1034 of 1,334 | #1191 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14155 of 15,369 | #14809 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 964 | 1,049 |
| Enrollment | 964 | 1,049 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 28.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 19% |
| city | Fontana | Fontana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alder Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.6 vs 13.0).
- •Alder Middle does better on math proficiency (20% vs 19%).
- •Alder Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Fontana Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.7% vs 92.1%).
- •Alder Middle does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 28.4).
- •Fontana Middle is the larger school with 1,049 students compared with 964.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Alder Middle better than Fontana Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Alder Middle ranks higher (17.6 vs 13.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Alder Middle and Fontana Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Fontana and Fontana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alder Middle: 964. Fontana Middle: 1,049. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alder Middle and Fontana Middle rank in California?
Alder Middle is 1034th of 1,334 and Fontana Middle is 1191st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).