What Fontana Unified School District does

Fontana Unified School District (FUSD) is a public K-12 school district in Fontana, California (Inland Empire region, approximately 50 miles east of Los Angeles), founded in 1956 and serving 33,410 students from preschool through adult education across 44 schools. The district's portfolio includes core K-12 academics, early childhood education (ages 2-4), 55+ Career Technical Education pathways across 11 industry sectors (aviation, construction, health science, arts, business), college readiness programs (AP, IB at two IB World Schools, dual enrollment with CSUSB and Chaffey College, AVID), specialized supports (GATE, Special Education/SELPA, English Learners with three Dual Language Immersion schools), and alternative formats including online learning. A 1:1 student laptop program with Microsoft 365 integration anchors a district-wide technology infrastructure that also includes MAP Growth assessment, Diligent BoardDocs governance, PeachJar communications, E-Funds payment, and OpenGov procurement platforms. Student outcome metrics cited include a 98% graduation rate, 371 California State Seal of Biliteracy awards in 2024, and more than 2,600 graduates in the Class of 2026.

FUSD operates as a government educational entity under the California Department of Education, governed by a five-member elected Board of Education plus an annually selected Student Board Member, with the Superintendent reporting to the Board. The district is funded through state apportionment (LCFF), local property taxes, lottery funds (unrestricted at $177/ADA and restricted at $72/ADA for textbooks), and federal grants; specific total revenue figures are not publicly disclosed on the district's website. The district employs 1,001-5,000 staff and operates additional service arms including a dedicated Fontana School Police Department with youth leadership (FLIP) programs, food services (National School Lunch Program, summer meals), and a Family and Community Empowerment (FACE) program. Leadership is anchored by Superintendent Miki R. Inbody, who announced her December 2026 retirement after 35 years with the district. The district has earned recognitions including California Distinguished School Awards, Golden Bell Awards, National Gold Ribbon School Awards, and an Equal Justice Initiative Community Remembrance Award.

Go-to-market is non-commercial: enrollment is open to students residing within district boundaries with intra/interdistrict transfer options, and there are no paying external customers or contracts. Distribution channels consist of the 44 district-managed schools, a central enrollment center at 9680 Citrus Avenue, and online learning programs. Strategic priorities signaled in the data include the opening of Oak Grove Preparatory Academy (a new 7-12 STEM academy for the 2026-27 school year), expansion of CTE industry partnerships, and deepening university dual-enrollment pathways to position FUSD as a regional college-and-career-readiness provider within Southern California's Inland Empire.

Name

Fontana Unified School District

Legal name

Fontana Unified School District

Website

https://fusd.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Fontana Unified School District is a California public K-12 district founded in 1956, serving 33,410 students across 44 schools from preschool through adult education, including 55+ CTE pathways, AP/IB, dual enrollment, and multilingual programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-12 Public Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public School Districts (K–12) (EDADABAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public K–12 Combined Schools (EDAJAAAE)

Keywords

• Public K-12 education
• Career technical education
• Early childhood education
• Special education services
• College readiness programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Fontana

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Fontana Unified School District is a public K-12 school district that delivers comprehensive educational services from preschool through adult education across 44 schools in Fontana, California, serving 33,410 students. The district offers core academic programs, 55+ Career Technical Education pathways across 11 industry sectors, college preparation (AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, AVID), specialized programs (GATE, English Learners, Special Education), online learning, and student support services including health, mental health, expanded learning, and school police.

Product overview

Fontana Unified School District operates as a comprehensive public K-12 school district serving 33,410 students across 44 schools in Fontana, California. The district offers a multi-tiered educational portfolio including: core academic programs (K-12), early childhood education (preschool ages 2-4, transitional kindergarten), career technical education (55 CTE pathways across 11 industry sectors), college preparation (AP, IB, Dual Enrollment, AVID), specialized programs (GATE, English Learners, Special Education/SELPA), and alternative education (online learning). Technology initiatives include a 1:1 student laptop program with Microsoft 365, esports, and digital learning resources. Student support services encompass health services, mental health (Care Solace, SEL), expanded learning programs, and school police (FLIP program). The district operates food services including summer meals, and provides facilities for community use through Facilitron. Governance is through a five-member Board of Education plus student board member, with superintendent leadership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FUSD CTE: Career Technical Education program offering 56 industry-aligned pathways across 11 industry sectors including aviation, construction, health science, arts, and business.
• FACE (Family and Community Empowerment)
• Oak Grove Preparatory Academy

Products and services

• Career Technical Education (CTE) Pathways 55+ career technical education pathways across 11 industry sectors including aviation, construction, health science, arts, and business, providing hands-on experience and industry-aligned skills for college and career readiness for high school students.
• Oak Grove Preparatory Academy Modern, innovative 7-12 STEM academy opening for the 2026-27 school year, featuring a contemporary learning environment designed for student success.
• Advanced Placement (AP) Program College-level courses offered at high schools allowing students to earn college credit through AP exams.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Rigorous pre-university program offered at 2 IB World Schools within the district, providing globally recognized college preparatory education.
• Dual Enrollment Program allowing high school students to earn college credit and certifications while still in high school through partnerships with local colleges.
• Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) Differentiated educational programs and services for academically gifted and talented students from kindergarten through high school.
• English Learners Program Multilingual programs including English language development, DELAC, and Seal of Biliteracy recognition for English learners across the district.
• Early Education Program Preschool and pre-kindergarten programs for children ages 2-4, including state preschool, transitional kindergarten, and family engagement resources.
• Online Learning Program Virtual education option for students requiring flexible scheduling, providing full-time online courses and alternative learning pathways.
• Food Services National School Lunch Program including free summer meals, wellness policies, catering services, and Sun Bucks assistance program.
• Special Education/SELPA Services Special education programs, related services, and Community Advisory Committee (CAC) for students with disabilities.
• Expanded Learning Programs Before and after-school programs, community schools initiative, and extended learning opportunities for students.
• AVID College Readiness Program Advancement Via Individual Determination program preparing students for college eligibility with focus on underrepresented student populations.
• STEAM Programs Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics integrated programs at secondary schools promoting interdisciplinary learning and innovation.
• Comprehensive Health Services School nursing, clinics, immunization programs, medication administration, and health wellness resources for students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% graduation rate
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and secondary.

• San Bernardino County Superintendent of SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level partnership supporting 33 districts countywide, with Superintendent Inbody previously serving as Assistant Superintendent there
• California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity partnership for dual enrollment opportunities allowing students to earn college credit, and alumni pipeline for district leadership
• Chaffey CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity college partnership for dual enrollment and transfer pathways
• San Bernardino Valley CollegesecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdjunct professorship for district staff in Human Services Department
• Aviation Industry PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partnerships for CTE programs in aviation career pathways
• Construction Industry PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partnerships for CTE construction career pathways providing hands-on experience
• Health Science Industry PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealthcare industry partnerships for CTE health science pathways including nursing

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Ontario-Montclair School District: Neighboring Inland Empire district (K-8) serving a heavily multilingual population in the same labor market — comparable on demographics, community engagement model, and college-readiness program philosophy, though slightly smaller scale and elementary-focused.
• San Bernardino City Unified School District: Largest neighboring school district in San Bernardino County, operating a comparable K-12 urban/suburban model in the Inland Empire with similar demographic profile, college readiness programs, and CTE offerings — directly comparable on scale, geography, and student demographics.
• Rialto Unified School District: Adjacent Inland Empire K-12 district serving a similar demographic population with overlapping bilingual/dual-language programs and CTE pathways — closely comparable size, geography, and educational program mix.
• Colton Joint Unified School District: Inland Empire unified K-12 district of similar scale serving a comparable Latino, multilingual population — relevant peer for graduation rates, CTE offerings, and biliteracy programs.
• Pomona Unified School District: Larger Southern California unified district with comparable bilingual/dual-language emphasis, similar demographic profile, and parallel CTE and dual enrollment strategies — strong peer on scale and program portfolio breadth.
• Redlands Unified School District: Inland Empire unified district sharing county-level oversight with the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools; relevant for comparable AP/IB offerings, dual enrollment partnerships, and GATE/specialized programming.

Broad incumbents

• Riverside Unified School District: Larger Inland Empire K-12 district with broad academic portfolio including IB, AP, and magnet programs at greater scale — useful benchmark for college-readiness outcomes and program breadth even though it operates in a different city.

Regional players

• Etiwanda School District: High-performing neighboring K-8 district within the same Fontana-area community, recognized for academic outcomes — relevant peer for parent-choice competition and feeder patterns into Fontana USD high schools.
• Chaffey Joint Union High School District: Local secondary-only district covering Fontana-area high schools historically; relevant comparator on CTE, dual enrollment with Chaffey College (a direct district partner), and graduation outcomes, though narrower grade range than Fontana USD.
• Cajon Valley Union School District: East San Diego County K-8 district with comparable demographics and a strong 1:1 device program — useful peer on digital learning integration, English learner programming, and parent engagement models.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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