Below Average
#6594 of 8,552 schools in TX
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus
Elementary School · SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS
4515 MANGUM RD, Houston, TX 77092
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
370
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,594 of 8,552
In Houston
#511 of 723
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus
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About Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus is a public elementary school in Houston, TX, part of SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus serves approximately 370 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,594 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus — Students at Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.
How Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus Compares
See how Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4515 MANGUM RD, Houston, TX 77092
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OAK FOREST EL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AMBROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KIPP NEXUS PRI (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SMITH EL Houston | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Houston | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| KIPP NEXUS PRI Houston | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| KIPP NEXUS MIDDLE Houston | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SCARBOROUGH H S Houston | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| CLIFTON MIDDLE Houston | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| YES PREP - WHITE OAK Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| BENBROOK EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| STEVENS EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 2.2 |
| MEMORIAL HALL SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| BLACK MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| OAK FOREST EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| SMITH EL Houston | 2.0 mi | 2.6 |
| HARMONY SCHOOL OF ENDEAVOR-HOUSTON Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| HOFFMAN MIDDLE Houston | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF NORTHWEST HOUSTON Houston | 1.9 mi | — |
| THE GATEWAY ACADEMY Houston | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| VINES EC/PK/K Houston | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77092 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,741
Median Home Value
$222,800
Median Rent
$1,228/mo
Population
36,185
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.3%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus
What grades does Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus serve?
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus?
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus has an enrollment of approximately 370 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus rank in TX?
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus ranks #6,594 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus a charter school?
Yes, Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus a Title I school?
No, Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus?
98.1% of students at Southwest Schools Mangum EL Campus qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 370
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (713) 688-0505
Resources & Links
District
SOUTHWEST PUBLIC SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 1,625
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,416
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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