Pathways Horizons in Beltsville, MD, is a coβed special education school serving grades 6β12 in a suburban community.
The school enrolls 20 students with a studentβteacher ratio of 5:1, supported by 4 fullβtime teachers.
Pathways Horizons is nonsectarian and has a student body that is 95 percent students of color.
It ranks among the top 20 percent of Maryland private schools for diversity based on student racial representation.
The school is a member of other educational associations and serves families seeking a specialized program in Beltsville's suburban setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Pathways Horizons ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Student Body
Total Students
20 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
95%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
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 Pathways Horizons?
The application deadline for Pathways Horizons is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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