Foundation Learning Center The is a nonsectarian special education school in Hyattsville, MD, serving grades K–12 in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 47 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, supported by 6 full–time teachers.
Students of color make up 97.87% of the enrollment, placing the school among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for diversity.
As a K–12 private school specializing in special education, it caters to families seeking individualized academic support within the Hyattsville area.
The school's location in a large suburban setting provides access to a range of nearby private schools with similar grade spans and ratios.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Foundation Learning Center The ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Student Body
Total Students
47 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
98%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Foundation Learning Center The?
The application deadline for Foundation Learning Center The is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Foundation Learning Center The is The Foundation Schools (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Lake Arbor KinderCare (1.3 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Foundation Schools ![The Foundation Schools Photo]( "The Foundation Schools Photo")
Special Education School
1330 McCormick Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 881-0078
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 881-0078
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 298 students
9800 Lottsford Road
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 955-1160
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 955-1160
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 201 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Lake Arbor KinderCare ![Lake Arbor KinderCare Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom]( "Lake Arbor KinderCare Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
10280 Lake Arbor Way
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 336-0262
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 336-0262
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Village Academy Of Maryland
Special Education School
8601 Ashwood Dr
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 336-1904
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 336-1904
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students
Highland Park Christian Academy
(Baptist)
6801 Sheriff Road
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Foundation Schools ![The Foundation Schools Photo]( "The Foundation Schools Photo")
Special Education School
1330 McCormick Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 881-0078
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 881-0078
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 298 students
9800 Lottsford Road
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 955-1160
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 955-1160
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 201 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Village Academy Of Maryland
Special Education School
8601 Ashwood Dr
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 336-1904
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
(301) 336-1904
1.4 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students
1133 Largo Rd
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-7000
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 249-7000
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 479 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
7009 Varnum Street
Hyattsville, MD 20784
(301) 459-7311
Hyattsville, MD 20784
(301) 459-7311
3.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 162 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
The Foundation Schools ![The Foundation Schools Photo]( "The Foundation Schools Photo")
Special Education School
1330 McCormick Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 881-0078
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 881-0078
0.5 miles
Gr: K-12 | 298 students
9800 Lottsford Road
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 955-1160
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 955-1160
1.2 miles
Gr: K-12 | 201 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Highland Park Christian Academy
(Baptist)
6801 Sheriff Road
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shabach! Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3600 Brightseat Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 583-5330
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 583-5330
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students Sports: 2
Edified Christian Preparatory Academy
(Christian)
1441 McCormick Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 583-1300
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 583-1300
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Lake Arbor KinderCare ![Lake Arbor KinderCare Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom]( "Lake Arbor KinderCare Photo - Discovery Preschool Classroom")
Daycare / Preschool
10280 Lake Arbor Way
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 336-0262
Bowie, MD 20721
(301) 336-0262
1.3 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Highland Park Christian Academy
(Baptist)
6801 Sheriff Road
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 773-4079
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 176 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shabach! Christian Academy
(Baptist)
3600 Brightseat Rd
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 583-5330
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 583-5330
2.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students Sports: 2
Edified Christian Preparatory Academy
(Christian)
1441 McCormick Drive
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 583-1300
Upper Marlboro, MD 20774
(301) 583-1300
3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 115 students Avg. class size: 9 students Tuition listed
Nation House
Special Program Emphasis
6101 Dix Street NE
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600
Washington, DC 20019
(202) 291-5600
3.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 25 students Avg. class size: 8 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 84% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10100 Gunston Rd
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
Lorton, VA 22079
(703) 541-3600
9214.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 530 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9298 Lewis Chapel Rd.
Lorton, VA 22079
(571) 642-6000
Lorton, VA 22079
(571) 642-6000
9215 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 745 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
(Math: 75% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8111 Northumberland Rd
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 440-2600
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 440-2600
9215.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 612 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
(Math: 88% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6802 Deland Dr
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 912-4400
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 912-4400
9215.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 524 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
(Math: 90% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6310 Bardu Ave
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 644-4700
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 644-4700
9216 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 813 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
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