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F. B. Gwynn Educational Center
School · Charles County Public Schools
5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
0.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
0.1:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About F. B. Gwynn Educational Center
F. B. Gwynn Educational Center is a public school in La Plata, MD, part of the Charles County Public Schools.
The school serves approximately 4 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 0.1:1. Students demonstrate 10% proficiency in math and 9% in reading/language arts, 42 points below the state average. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $130,008, where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 4 students, F. B. Gwynn Educational Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.1:1, F. B. Gwynn Educational Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 4 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.1:1
- Address
- 5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646
- Website
- www2.ccboe.com/gwynncenter
- Phone
- (301) 934-3884
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MD MCAP (2024-25)
Based on 3 test records from MD state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Performance Trends
Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 10% (2022) to 7.7% (2025).
Location
5998 Radio Station Rd, La Plata, MD 20646
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering F. B. Gwynn Educational Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Mary H. Matula Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away). Another option is SMCA (rated 8.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby White Plains). Additionally, C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Waldorf). For more schools in La Plata, see our La Plata schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| La Plata High School La Plata | 0.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Mary H. Matula Elementary School La Plata | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL La Plata | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Milton M. Somers Middle School La Plata | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Walter J. Mitchell Elementary School La Plata | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SMCA White Plains | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
| St. Charles High School Waldorf | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| ARCHBISHOP NEALE SCHOOL La Plata | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary Waldorf | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Mary B. Neal Elementary School Waldorf | 3.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Arthur Middleton Elementary School Waldorf | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Billingsley Elementary School White Plains | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Eva Turner Elementary School Waldorf | 4.0 mi | 4.5 |
| William B. Wade Elementary School Waldorf | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Elementary School Waldorf | 4.7 mi | 3.8 |
| GODDARD SCHOOL OF WALDORF Waldorf | 5.0 mi | — |
| Benjamin Stoddert Middle School Waldorf | 4.6 mi | 2.9 |
| C. Paul Barnhart Elementary School Waldorf | 5.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Westlake High School Waldorf | 5.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Dr. James Craik Elementary School Pomfret | 4.7 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$130,008
Median Home Value
$435,100
Median Rent
$1,486/mo
Population
21,601
College Educated
33.4%
Homeownership
85.1%
Avg Commute
38.7 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
43.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding F. B. Gwynn Educational Center has a median household income of $130,008. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $435,100, with a median rent of $1,486/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 39 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about F. B. Gwynn Educational Center
What grades does F. B. Gwynn Educational Center serve?
F. B. Gwynn Educational Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend F. B. Gwynn Educational Center?
F. B. Gwynn Educational Center has an enrollment of approximately 4 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at F. B. Gwynn Educational Center?
The student-teacher ratio at F. B. Gwynn Educational Center is 0.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at F. B. Gwynn Educational Center?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, F. B. Gwynn Educational Center has 10.0% math proficiency and 8.9% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is F. B. Gwynn Educational Center a charter school?
No, F. B. Gwynn Educational Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is F. B. Gwynn Educational Center a Title I school?
No, F. B. Gwynn Educational Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,970/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (La Plata). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 4
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Charles County
- Phone
- (301) 934-3884
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Charles County Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 27,765
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,415
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