Summary:
Zip code 71259, serving the Mangham community in Richland Parish, Louisiana, is home to three public schools—Mangham Elementary School (PK-5), Mangham Junior High School (6-8), and Mangham High School (9-12)—that together form a complete K-12 pipeline with a total enrollment of about 914 students.
The standout school in the area is Mangham Elementary School, a consistent 4-star performer that ranks in the top 22% of Louisiana elementary schools. It achieves exceptional proficiency rates of 85% in ELA, 72% in math, and 70% in social studies—all well above state and district averages. Mangham Junior High School serves as a solid bridge, earning 3 stars with proficiency rates at or above state averages. However, Mangham High School is the weakest link, earning only a 1-star rating with low end-of-course exam scores (Algebra I at 55%, English II at 48%). Despite this academic decline, the high school boasts a remarkable 94.3% graduation rate and a very low 1.6% dropout rate, creating a paradox where students are effectively kept in school but struggle to master rigorous content.
A critical concern is chronic absenteeism at the junior high, which spikes to 25.6%—significantly worse than the district and state averages—while the elementary and high schools have better attendance. All three schools serve a community with high economic need, as free/reduced lunch rates range from 59.5% to 63.9%. The elementary school’s strong performance despite these challenges highlights its effectiveness, while the high school’s struggles suggest a potential misalignment in curriculum or instruction. Overall, the Mangham Elementary School and Mangham Junior High School are the crown jewels of the Richland Parish district, pulling up its averages, while the high school remains an area needing improvement.
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