A nonpublic special education day school providing year-round educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students ages five to 21 with multiple disabilities, primarily autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, and related disorders.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MD School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 1-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Forbush School At Prince Georges County ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-12
Year Founded
1853
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- A nonpublic special education day school providing year-round educational, therapeutic, and daily living services to students ages five to 21 with multiple disabilities, primarily autism spectrum disorder, intellectual disabilities, and related disorders.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Dr. Scott T. Aaronson, Chief Science Officer, pioneer in psychopharmacology -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from Forbush School At Prince Georges County?
Forbush School At Prince Georges County famous alumni include: Dr. Scott T. Aaronson, Chief Science Officer, pioneer in psychopharmacology.
What is Forbush School At Prince Georges County's ranking?
Forbush School At Prince Georges County 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 Prince Georges County?
The application deadline for Forbush School At Prince Georges County is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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