Lankershim Elementary

Lankershim Elementary School is located at 15825 Fifth Street, Highland, California 92346. The campus serves students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Enrollment is approximately 489 students. The student–teacher ratio is about 24:1. The gender distribution is roughly 51% male and 49% female. According to state assessment data, approximately 17% of students meet mathematics proficiency standards while about 25% demonstrate reading proficiency. Lankershim Elementary operates as a neighborhood public campus within the San Bernardino City Unified School District serving residential communities in northern Highland. The school functions within a boundary-based public district network where elementary campuses transition into district middle schools and later into comprehensive high schools serving Highland and nearby San Bernardino communities. Residential properties in this corridor trade near $420,000 in the surrounding housing market. Within the regional education landscape, Lankershim Elementary represents a typical Highland CA elementary school with moderate campus size and developing academic performance indicators. All these factores will make it one of the best elementary schools in California.

At the beginning of March 2026, the district's calendars highlighted several family-oriented events that were planned by the community. Events included a Car and Bike Show as well as programs for families that provide essential resources. These events are designed to help families with food distribution and mobile food pantries, as the district continues to work towards strengthening the bond between families and their local schools (Lankershim).

Q1. Is there any additional care offered by Lankershim Elementary School outside of regular school hours?

Ans. Numerous elementary and intermediate schools in the San Bernardino City Unified School District provide after-school and sometimes before school Programming, generally with adult supervision, support for homework, and enriched activity opportunities.

Q2. What types of documents do I need to provide to enroll my child at Lankershim Elementary School?

Ans. When enrolling students, schools typically require proof of residence, a birth verification or birth certificate, immunization records, and prior school records (if they are transferring in).

Q3. Do parents have the opportunity to participate in their child's education by assisting in school activities?

Ans. In addition to volunteering or assisting with the planning of school events, participating in a parent advisory council or providing input during school and/or district meetings, parents can engage with their child's school through many other ways.

Q4. Does the district use technology to assist with classroom instruction?

Ans. Similar to other public elementary schools, technology tools such as computers, tablets, and online programs are often used in classroom instruction to improve student learning and interest in various subjects.

Q5. How do parents can receive school announcements/updates?

Ans. Schools send regular school updates and announcements to families through newsletters, e-mail, and district communication systems (such as the district website). Families can also receive news from teachers during school events.