Alder Middle

Alder Middle sits in the fast-growing northwestern edge of Fontana, a city in the Inland Empire that's seen a lot of new development and young families putting down roots in recent years. Academically, the school scores in the lower quarter statewide, so families who prioritize strong test performance may want to dig into classroom culture and extracurriculars before making a decision. That said, Fontana Unified has been investing in its schools, and for families already in the neighborhood, Alder can be a solid community anchor during those middle school years.