FORT WASHINGTON FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Fort Washington Forest Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Fort Washington, MD with about 304 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Fort Washington Forest Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Fort Washington Forest Elementary School, located in Fort Washington, Maryland, is a public school within the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) district. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. As part of a larger district-wide effort, the school aims to foster a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and social-emotional development.

The school is deeply integrated into the residential Fort Washington area, functioning as a hub for local families. Its curriculum and extracurricular activities are designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body while adhering to Maryland state standards. Parents and community members often engage with the school through various parent-teacher initiatives, and the school maintains an active web presence through the PGCPS portal to provide families with essential resources, calendars, and updates regarding school policies and academic progress.

For more information, contact Fort Washington Forest Elementary at (301) 203-1123 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.