Serving 580 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Laurelglen Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Math Proficiency: 36%
- Reading Proficiency: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Laurelglen Elementary School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laurelglen Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)36%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)47%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
55%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
20%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Laurelglen Elementary School?
580 students attend Laurelglen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Laurelglen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurelglen Elementary School?
Laurelglen Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, 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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