Serving 529 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Laurelglen Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurelglen Elementary School's student population of 529 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1985
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
9
School Rankings
Laurelglen Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurelglen Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6473 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
56%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
17%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurelglen Elementary School's ranking?
Laurelglen Elementary School is ranked #6473 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Laurelglen Elementary School often compared to?
Laurelglen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olive Drive Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Laurelglen Elementary School?
529 students attend Laurelglen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Laurelglen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurelglen Elementary School?
Laurelglen Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Laurelglen Elementary School offer ?
Laurelglen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Laurelglen Elementary School part of?
Laurelglen Elementary School is part of Panama-Buena Vista Union School District.
In what neighborhood is Laurelglen Elementary School located?
Laurelglen Elementary School is located in the Laurel Glen neighborhood of Bakersfield, CA.
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