The Springwell School in Takoma Park, MD, offers co–ed education for grades K through 5 in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school enrolls 25 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 4 teachers.
Approximately 47% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting the diversity of the Takoma Park area.
Located in a large suburb, The Springwell School provides an alternative education program within the local private school market.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Springwell School?
The application deadline for The Springwell School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Springwell School is Community School Of Md At Northwood High School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Saint Bernadette School (0.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery (0.3 miles away)
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