COMMUNITY BASED CLASSROOMS

Community Based Classrooms is a public high school that is part of the Prince George's County Public Schools school district, located in Bladensburg, MD with about 57 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Community Based Classrooms has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

The **Community Based Classrooms (CBC)** program, located at 5150 Annapolis Road in Bladensburg, Maryland, is a specialized educational initiative operated by Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS). The program is designed to provide highly structured, supportive learning environments for students who require additional behavioral and academic interventions. By focusing on smaller classroom settings and individualized attention, the CBC program aims to help students develop the coping skills, emotional regulation, and academic proficiency necessary to succeed in a traditional school setting.

The mission of the program centers on fostering a safe and therapeutic atmosphere where students can address specific challenges while remaining connected to the broader public school curriculum. Through a multidisciplinary approach, CBC provides targeted instruction and consistent support systems tailored to each student’s unique needs. By partnering with families and utilizing specialized staff, the program works to improve student outcomes and facilitate a successful transition back to their home schools or into future educational and career pathways.

For more information, contact Community Based Classrooms at (301) 985-5149 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.