MANGUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mangum Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Durham Public Schools school district, located in Bahama, NC with about 331 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 24 teachers, Mangum Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Mangum Elementary School, located in the rural community of Bahama, North Carolina, serves as a vital educational hub within the Durham Public Schools district. Known for its distinct "country school" atmosphere, the campus offers a close-knit environment that emphasizes strong community involvement and personalized attention for its students. By blending traditional instructional values with the resources of a larger district, the school aims to foster a supportive learning culture that prioritizes both academic growth and the development of the "whole child."
The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body through a focus on foundational literacy, mathematics, and science, often complemented by enrichment activities that take advantage of its semi-rural setting. As a neighborhood school, Mangum places a high value on parental engagement and collaborative partnerships, striving to create a safe, inclusive space where students feel connected to their teachers and peers. With its commitment to high standards and community spirit, Mangum Elementary remains a cornerstone of the Bahama area, dedicated to preparing its students for success in their future academic endeavors.
For more information, contact Mangum Elementary at (919) 560-3948 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bahama, NC 27503-9256
(919) 560-3948
http://www.mangum.dpsnc.net/
MANGUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Bahama, NC with about 331 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in North Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Durham Public Schools
- Total Students:
- 331
- Teachers:
- 24.3
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 331 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MANGUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.
- White
- 76.7%
- Black or African American
- 9.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 8.8%
- Two or more races
- 3.9%
- Asian
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.