Serving 315 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mangum Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Mangum Elementary serves the northern part of Bahama, NC, covering an area of approximately 63.4 square miles with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 4.6 miles, reaching up to 6.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mangum Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mangum Elementary School's student population of 315 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mangum Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mangum Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#716 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
20%
22%
Black
9%
24%
White
62%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mangum Elementary School's ranking?
Mangum Elementary School is ranked #716 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Mangum Elementary School often compared to?
Mangum Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Voyager Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Mangum Elementary School?
315 students attend Mangum Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Mangum Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mangum Elementary School?
Mangum Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mangum Elementary School offer ?
Mangum Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mangum Elementary School part of?
Mangum Elementary School is part of Durham School District.
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