Best Schools in Bahama, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Mangum Elementary
Elementary · Durham Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$369,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$369,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bahama
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mangum Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $107,173
- Median home value
- $369,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 27%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bahama compares
Median household income
$107k
158% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Bahama, North Carolina
Bahama, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Bahama perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Bahama is Mangum Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bahama is served by 1 school district: Durham Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 31,339 students.
Bahama's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $107,173. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 296 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
Schools in Bahama
Bahama, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$107,173
Median Home Value
$369,300
Population
5,092
College Educated
27%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Bahama has a median household income of $107,173. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $369,300. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- North Carolina
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bahama, North Carolina
How many schools are in Bahama, North Carolina?
Bahama has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bahama, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bahama is 8.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Bahama, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Bahama on MySchoolScout is Mangum Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bahama, North Carolina?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bahama on MySchoolScout is Mangum Elementary with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Bahama, North Carolina?
Bahama is served by 1 school district: Durham Public Schools.
What is the education level in Bahama, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 27% of adults in Bahama have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bahama, North Carolina?
The median household income in Bahama is approximately $107,173 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bahama, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bahama is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bahama, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.