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District of Columbia Public Schools 725 North Capitol St NE Washington DC 20002 202-442-5885

District of Columbia Public Schools serve 59,182 students in grades PK-12 in 174 buildings throughout the district, including elementary (PK-5, PK-6), middle (6-8, 7-9), secondary (9-12), and other grade configurations (Preschool, PK-3, PK-4, 2-7, PK-8, PK-12, 4-6, 5-11, 5-8, 6-11, 6-12, 7-12, 9-10, 11-12, non-graded). District per-pupil cost is $15,746. Specialized programs at the elementary level include a Multi-age Language program, a Museum Magnet program, a Reading & Writing Project program, a Bilingual program (Spanish), a Reggio Emilia program and Montessori programs (5 elementary schools participating). At the middle school level, an Art Intensive program for 6th graders is offered. At the High School level, various criteria-based Magnet programs are offered, including a Technology Center, a Pre-Engineering program, and various academies focusing on Construction & Design, Transtech, Health & Human Services, Law & Legal Services, International Studies, Humanities, Arts & Media, Science, Math & Technology, Finance, Athletic Achievement, and Business/Finance. Specialized schools (secondary level) allow enrollment from any student in the district (no neighborhood attendance area). The Parks and Recreation Department offers school-age programs (Out of School Time) at 16 public elementary schools in the city.

Fairfax County Public Schools 8115 Gatehouse Rd Falls Church VA 22042 571-423-1010

Fairfax County Public Schools serve 165,506 students in grades PK-12 in 205 school buildings throughout Fairfax County, including 136 elementary (PK-5, PK-6), 23 middle (6-8, 7-8), 23 secondary (9-12) and 23 with other grade configurations (PK-3, 4-6, 7-12, PK-12, non-graded). Student/teacher ratio is 13:1. District per-pupil cost is $11,909. District schools are located in the communities of Alexandria, Annandale, Burke, Centreville, Chantilly, Clifton, Dunn Loring, Fairfax, Fairfax Station, Falls Church, Fort Belvoir, Great Falls, Herndon, Kingstowne, Lorton, McLean, Oakton, Reston, Springfield and Vienna. The district offers adult and community education classes. School Age Child Care (SACC) is offered before and after school for elementary school age students in district grade schools.

Montgomery County Public Schools 850 Hungerford Dr Rockville MD 20850 301-279-3000

Montgomery County Public Schools serve 139,310 students in grades PK-12 in 199 school buildings throughout Montgomery County, including 130 elementary (PK-5), 38 middle (6-8), 25 secondary (9-12) and 23 with other grade configurations (PK-2, K-6, 3-5, 3-6, PK-8, K-12, PK-12, 5-12, 6-12, 7-12, 11-12, 9-10, non-graded). District schools are located in the communities of Bethesda, Brookeville, Chevy Chase, Clarksburg, Damascus, Derwood, Dickerson, Gaithersburg, Garrett Park, Germantown, Kensington, Olney, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring and Takoma Park. Student/teacher ratio is 15:1. District per-pupil cost is $12,589. 87% of teachers have a master's degree or equivalent. About 1,000 students are enrolled in special or alternative programs, 12.1% of students receive special education services. Special programs include Magnet, Foreign Language Immersion, Gifted & Talented, International Baccalaureate (IB) and Signature (specialized curriculum at the high school level).

Prince George County Public Schools 14201 School Lane Upper Marlboro MD 20772 301-952-6001

Prince George County Public Schools serve 131,669 students in grades PK-12 in 199 school buildings throughout Prince George County, including 133 elementary (PK-5, K-5, PK-6, K-6), 28 middle (6-8, 7-8), 25 secondary (9-12) and 16 with other grade configurations (K-7, K-12, PK-8, K-8, 8, 6-12, non-graded). District schools are located in the communities of Accokeek, Adelphi, Beltsville, Berwyn Heights, Bladensburg, Bowie, Brandywine, Capitol Heights, Cheltenham, Cheverly, District Heights, Clinton, College Park, Forestville, Fort Washington, Glenarden, Glenn Dale, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Landover, Landover Hills, Lanham, Largo, Laurel, Mitchellville, Morningside, Mt Rainier, New Carrollton, Oxon Hill, Riverdale, Seabrook, Seat Pleasant, Springdale, Suitland, Takoma Park, Temple Hills and Upper Marlboro. Student/teacher ratio is 16:1. District per-pupil cost is $10,221.

Prince William County Public Schools 14800 Joplin Rd Manassas VA 20112 703-791-8712

Prince William County Public Schools serve 72,515 students in grades PK-12 in 81 school buildings throughout Prince William County, including 52 elementary (PK-5), 15 middle (6-8), 10 secondary (9-12) and 3 with other grade configurations (1-8, non-graded). District schools are located in the communities of Bristow, Dumfries, Gainesville, Haymarket, Manassas, Nokesville, Triangle and Woodbridge. Student/teacher ratio is 14:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,256.

Loudoun County Public Schools 21000 Education Ct Ashburn VA 20148 571-252-1000

Loudoun County Public Schools serve 54,003 students in grades PK-12 in 72 school buildings throughout Loudoun County, including 37 elementary (PK-5, K-5), 18 middle (6-8), 12 secondary (9-12) and 4 with other grade configurations (PK-8, PK-12, non-graded). District schools are located in the communities of Aldie, Ashburn, Hamilton, Leesburg, Lovettsville, Middleburg, Potomac Falls, Purcellville, Round Hill, South Riding, Sterling and Waterford. Student/teacher ratio is 13:1. District per-pupil cost is $11,484.

Frederick County Public Schools 115 E Church St Frederick MD 21701 301-644-5000

Frederick County Public Schools serve 40,566 students in grades PK-12 in 63 school buildings throughout Frederick County, including 33 elementary (PK-5, K-5), 12 middle (6-8), 9 secondary (9-12) and 7 with other grade configurations (PK-8, PK-12, PK-4, 3-5, non-graded). Student/teacher ratio is 16:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,564. District schools are located in the communities of Adamstown, Brunswick, Emmitsburg, Frederick, Hillcrest, Ijamsville, Jefferson, Keymar, Libertytown, Middletown, Monrovia, Mt Airy, Myersville, New Market, Sabillasville, Thurmont and Walkersville. The district employs 5,181 individuals, of whom 2,765 are teachers.

Harford County Public Schools 102 S Hickory Ave Bel Air MD 21014 410-838-7300

Harford County Public Schools serve 40,212 students in grades PK-12 in 51 school buildings throughout Harford County, including 32 elementary (PK-5, K-5), 8 middle (6-8), 9 secondary (9-12) and 2 with other grade configurations (PK-12, 7-12). Student/teacher ratio is 16:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,423. District schools are located in the communities of Aberdeen, Abingdon, Bel Air, Belcamp, Churchville, Darlington, Edgewood, Fallston, Forest Hill, Havre de Grace, Jarrettsville, Joppa, Pylesville, Street and White Hall. Magnet School programs are available at the High School level. Before- & After-School Child Care is available at district elementary schools. The YWCA serves 19 schools, 2 schools use Open Door, and 1 school uses Hot Spots Extended Day Care.

Carroll County Public Schools 125 N Court St Prince Westminster MD 21157 410-751-3000

Carroll County Public Schools serve 28,914 students in grades PK-12 in 44 school buildings throughout Carroll County, including 21 elementary (PK-5, K-5), 9 middle (6-8), 8 secondary (9-12), and 6 with other grade configurations (PK-2, 3-5, PK-12, 6-12, non-graded). Student/teacher ratio is 16:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,509. District schools are located in the communities of Eldersburg, Finksburg, Hampstead, Manchester, Mt Airy, New Windsor, Sykesville, Taneytown, Union Bridge and Westminster.

Stafford County Public Schools 31 Stafford Ave Stafford VA 22554 540-658-6000

Stafford County Public Schools serve 26,858 students in grades PK-12 in 31 school buildings throughout Stafford County, including 17 elementary (16 PK-5, 1 K-5), 8 middle (gr. 6-8), 5 secondary (gr. 9-12) and 1 non-graded. District schools are located in the communities of Fredericksburg, Stafford, Falmouth and Hartwood. Student/teacher ratio is 14:1. District per-pupil cost is $8,262.

Charles County Public Schools 5980 Radio Station Rd Prince La Plata MD 20646 301-932-6610

Charles County Public Schools serve 26,406 students in grades PK-12 in 34 school buildings throughout Charles County, including 19 elementary (PK-5, K-5), 7 middle (6-8), 5 secondary (9-12), and 3 with other grade configurations (7-9, 6-11, non-graded). Student/teacher ratio is 17:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,763. District schools are located in the communities of Bryantown, Indian Head, La Plata, Marbury, Nanjemoy, Newburg, Pomfret and Waldorf. District employees include approx. 2,000 teachers and 1,100 support staff.

Spotsylvania County Public Schools 8020 Riverstone Dr Fredericksburg VA 22407 540-834-2500

Spotsylvania County Public Schools serve 24,458 students in grades PK-12 in 31 school buildings throughout Spotsylvania County, including 17 elementary (PK-5), 7 middle (6-8), 5 secondary (9-12) and 3 with other grade configurations (non-graded). District schools are located in the communities of Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania. Student/teacher ratio is 13:1. District per-pupil cost is $8,112.

Arlington County Public Schools 1426 N Quincy St Arlington VA 22207 703-228-6010

Arlington County Public Schools operate 33 schools serving 18,736 students in grades PK-12 (grade configurations include PK-5, PK-6, 6-8, 9-12 & non-graded) in Arlington. Student/teacher ratio is 11:1. Per-pupil cost is $16,339.

Calvert County Public Schools 1305 Dares Beach Rd Prince Frederick MD 20678 410-535-1700

Calvert County Public Schools serve 17,468 students in grades PK-12 in 25 school buildings throughout Calvert County, including 10 elementary (PK-5, K-5), 6 middle (6-8), 4 secondary (9-12), and 5 with other grade configurations (PK-12, PK-2, non-graded). Student/teacher ratio is 16:1. District per-pupil cost is $10,082. District schools are located in the communities of Chesapeake Beach, Huntingtown, Lusby, Owings, Port Republic, Prince Frederick, St Leonard and Sunderland.

Fauquier County Public Schools 320 Hospital Dr Warrenton VA 20186 540-351-1000

Fauquier County Public Schools serve 11,305 students in grades PK-12 in 18 school buildings throughout Fauquier County, including 10 elementary (PK-5), 5 middle (gr. 6-8), 2 secondary (gr. 9-12), and 1 with other grade configurations (non-graded). Student/teacher ratio is 12:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,475. District schools are located in the communities of Bealeton, Catlett, Marshall, Midland, New Baltimore, Remington and Warrenton.

Queen Anne's County Public Schools 202 Chesterfield Ave Centreville MD 21617 410-581-2403

Queen Anne's County Public Schools serve 7,786 students in grades PK-12 in 13 school buildings throughout Queen Anne's County, including 8 elementary (PK-2, 3-5, PK-5), 3 middle (6-8), and 2 secondary (9-12). District schools are located in the communities of Centreville, Sudlersville & Stevensville. Student/teacher ratio is 14:1. District per-pupil cost is $9,256.

King George County Public Schools 19100 St. Anthony's Rd King George VA 22485 540-775-5833

King George County Public Schools serve 3,982 students in grades PK-12 in 5 school buildings throughout King George County, including 3 elementary (PK-6, K-6), 1 middle (7-8), and 1 secondary (9-12). District schools are located in the communities of Dahlgren and King George. Student/teacher ratio is 15:1. District per-pupil cost is $7,407.

Clarke County Public Schools 309 W Main St Berryville VA 22611 540-955-6100

Clarke County Public Schools serve 2,226 students in grades PK-12 in 5 school buildings throughout Clarke County, including 3 elementary (PK-2, K-5), 1 middle (6-8), and 1 secondary (9-12). Student/teacher ratio is 13:1. District per-pupil cost is $8,641. District schools are located in the communities of Berryville and Boyce.