Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School serves 32 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the Other associations(s) for exceptional children.
The student:teacher of Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School is 5:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked MD School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1853
Student Body
Total Students
32 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
94%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: To improve the quality of life of individuals and families by compassionately serving their mental health, addiction, special education, and community support needs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School's ranking?
Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School?
The application deadline for Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Forbush School At Oakmont Upper School is The Foundation School Of Montgomery County (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Martin of Tours School (0.5 miles away)
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Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 990-2441
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 990-2441
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(301) 975-2152
Gaithersburg, MD 20899
(301) 975-2152
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The Foundation School Of Montgomery County
Special Education School
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Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 740-7807
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
(301) 740-7807
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(301) 755-3239
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(301) 208-8787
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(301) 208-8787
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