Laurelglen Elementary

Laurelglen Elementary sits in southwest Bakersfield, a part of town with a strong sense of working-class community and deep roots in the Central Valley. Families here tend to be practical and grounded, and the school reflects that — it's a neighborhood school in the truest sense, where staff and parents often know each other well. Academics fall in the mid-range statewide, so families looking for extra enrichment may want to supplement at home, but for those who value a tight-knit, community-centered environment in a school close to home, Laurelglen is a solid local option.