Academy Child Development Center in Gaithersburg, MD, offers nonsectarian early childhood programs for grades PK through K in an urban community.
The school serves a total enrollment of 110 students, with 47 enrolled in kindergarten through 12th grade.
The student鈥搕eacher ratio is 55:1, supported by 2 full鈥搕ime teachers.
Approximately 16.7% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school's population.
Academy Child Development Center participates in other associations for exceptional children and operates as a co鈥揺d early childhood day care program.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
110 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Academy Child Development Center?
The application deadline for Academy Child Development Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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