Laurelglen Elementary

Laurelglen Elementary is a public school in Bakersfield, California, for kids. It is part of the Panama-Buena Vista Union School District and teaches kids in grades K–6. The school has about 550 to 600 students, and the student-to-teacher ratio is about 22:1, which is about average for California. Laurelglen Elementary helps students with their reading, writing, and math skills as well as through intervention and enrichment programs. A lot of the students are not very diverse; about half of them are from Hispanic, Asian, and other minority groups. According to USA News, 52–55% of students meet or exceed proficiency standards in English Language Arts, and 48–50% of students show grade-level proficiency in math. This puts the school right at or just above the average for the state. The amount of money spent on each student is the same as what public schools in the district and state get. This money goes toward classroom instruction and academic resources. Laurelglen Elementary is located in the Laurelglen neighborhood, which is known for having a stable housing market and home prices that are higher than average for Bakersfield. Laurelglen Elementary does well in school, has a good place to learn, and is likely to keep getting good grades.

At the 2025 Kern County Regional Science Fair, students from Laurelglen Elementary School received honorable mentions. The fair was a celebration of STEM learning and new project ideas in schools across the area. The award shows how much students in the Bakersfield area are involved in and interested in science competitions.

Q1. Do students who meet the requirements at Laurelglen Elementary get special education services?

Ans. Yes, Laurelglen Elementary follows district and state rules when it comes to special education services. This includes individualized education plans and help from staff who are trained in specific areas.

Q2. Do students at Laurelglen Elementary have access to technology?

Ans. The school uses technology in the classroom, like tablets or computers, to help with teaching, digital literacy, and state testing.

Q3: How does Laurelglen Elementary School talk to parents and guardians?

Ans. Newsletters, parent portals, school events, and scheduled parent-teacher conferences are all common ways to stay in touch.

Q4. Does the school give students food during the day?

Laurelglen Elementary is part of district meal programs that provide breakfast and lunch to students. There are also options for students who need help.

Q5. Does Laurelglen Elementary have any extracurricular or enrichment activities?

Ans. Depending on staffing and district programs, enrichment activities may include art, music, physical education, and clubs or events that happen from time to time.