LONGVIEW SCHOOL

Longview School is a Title I public school that is part of the Montgomery County Public Schools school district, located in Germantown, MD with about 53 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 11 teachers, Longview School has a student/teacher ratio of about 4:1. 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 **Longview School**, located in Germantown, Maryland, is a specialized educational facility within the Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) system. It is uniquely dedicated to serving students with severe to profound intellectual disabilities and complex medical or physical needs, typically ranging in age from 3 to 21. Because of its specialized mission, the school focuses on functional life skills, sensory integration, and individualized educational plans (IEPs) that prioritize communication, mobility, and personal independence.

The school is structured to provide a highly supportive and therapeutic environment, offering access to a multidisciplinary team that includes special education teachers, speech-language pathologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and nursing staff. By maintaining a low student-to-staff ratio, Longview ensures that students receive intensive, hands-on instruction tailored to their specific developmental goals. The facility is designed with specialized equipment to accommodate diverse physical requirements, aiming to help each student achieve their highest potential within a safe, inclusive, and nurturing community.

For more information, contact Longview School at (301) 601-4830 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.