Horace Mann Elementary

Horace Mann Elementary sits in the eastern part of Bakersfield, a working-class corner of the Central Valley where families tend to put down deep roots and community ties run strong. The school shows some real promise in science relative to its other subjects, which could appeal to parents hoping to find a spark of hands-on learning for their kids. Families drawn here are often looking for a neighborhood school with a familiar feel, and Bakersfield's affordable cost of living means more room in the budget for the extracurriculars and enrichment that can help round out the academic experience.