High Schools in Mangum

There is only one high school located in Mangum, Oklahoma - Mangum High School. This school serves students in grades 9-12 and faces significant academic and socioeconomic challenges, as evidenced by its low test scores, high free/reduced lunch rate, and declining state ranking.

Mangum High School's academic performance is a major concern, with only 32.4% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, 23.5% in Mathematics, 6.1% in Science, and 24.1% in U.S. History. These figures are well below state averages, suggesting the school is struggling to provide a quality education to its students. Additionally, the school's state ranking has been declining, dropping from 229 out of 350 Oklahoma high schools in 2021-2022 to 288 out of 439 in 2022-2023.

Socioeconomic factors also play a significant role in Mangum High School's challenges. With a free/reduced lunch rate of 69.71%, the school serves a student population that faces significant financial hardships, which can contribute to lower academic achievement. However, the school's diverse student body, with a racial makeup of 65.71% White, 25.71% Hispanic, and smaller percentages of other racial/ethnic groups, presents both challenges and opportunities for the school in meeting the needs of its diverse student population.