Serving 216 students in grades 6-8, Mangham Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mangham Junior High School serves the southwest portion of Mangham, LA, covering an area of approximately 186.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.7 miles and some reaching up to 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mangham Junior High School's student population of 216 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mangham Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mangham Junior High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#526 out of 1244 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
11%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
71%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mangham Junior High School's ranking?
Mangham Junior High School is ranked #526 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Mangham Junior High School?
216 students attend Mangham Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Mangham Junior High School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mangham Junior High School?
Mangham Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mangham Junior High School offer ?
Mangham Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mangham Junior High School part of?
Mangham Junior High School is part of Richland Parish School District.
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