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
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
47%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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 The Springwell School?
The application deadline for The Springwell School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø 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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Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery ![Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery Photo - Seasonal activities + Woodworking]( "Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery Photo - Seasonal activities + Woodworking")
Daycare / Preschool
9504 Brunett Ave
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(301) 565-2282
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 565-2282
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Gr: NS-K | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
Community School Of Md At Northwood High School
Special Education School
919 W Univ Blvd Rm C203
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 649-8203
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 649-8203
0.6 miles
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Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-5611
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-5611
0.7 miles
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(301) 244-3600
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
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National Children's Center School/maryland Site
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Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-0642
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-0642
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Special Education School
919 W Univ Blvd Rm C203
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 649-8203
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 649-8203
0.6 miles
Gr: 11-12 | 6 students
1300 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
955 Sligo Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6672
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 495-6672
1.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Yeshiva Of Greater Washington Girls Division
All-girls (Jewish)
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(301) 962-5111
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-5111
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(301) 595-3483
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(301) 595-3483
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80 University Boulevard East
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-5611
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-5611
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
1300 Forest Glen Road
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 244-3600
0.8 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 105 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 21 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(301) 588-8048
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-8048
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(Catholic)
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(301) 681-7656
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 681-7656
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Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-8003
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 962-8003
1.6 miles
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Daycare / Preschool
9504 Brunett Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 565-2282
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 565-2282
0.3 miles
Gr: NS-K | 45 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
80 University Boulevard East
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-5611
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-5611
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
National Children's Center School/maryland Site
Special Education School
410 University Blvd W
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-0642
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 593-0642
0.9 miles
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Mount Jezreel Christian School
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Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 431-1985
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(301) 593-9641
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(301) 593-9641
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