School Overview
Chapel Forge Early Childhood Center, located in Bowie, Maryland, is a specialized educational facility operating under the Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) system. As an Early Childhood Center, the institution focuses exclusively on the foundational years of development, typically serving students in pre-kindergarten and early childhood programs. The school is designed to provide a nurturing, age-appropriate environment that emphasizes school readiness, social-emotional growth, and the development of basic academic skills necessary for a successful transition into elementary education.

The center serves as a critical community resource for families in the Bowie area, offering a structured curriculum that aligns with state and district standards. By focusing on the unique needs of young learners, Chapel Forge creates a collaborative atmosphere where teachers, parents, and administrators work together to establish a strong educational framework for children at the very beginning of their academic journeys. For more specific information on registration, current programs, or school policies, families are encouraged to visit their official website provided by the PGCPS district.
230
Total Students
25.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Chapel Forge E C C
Demographic Student Count
White13
Hispanic48
Black153
Asian10
Two or More6
  • Black
    153 (66.5%)
  • Hispanic
    48 (20.9%)
  • White
    13 (5.7%)
  • Asian
    10 (4.3%)
  • Two or More
    6 (2.6%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Pre Kindergarten
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Prince George's County Public Schools
Phone: (301)805-2740
Website: http://www.pgcps.org/chapelforge
Grade Range: Pre-K - Pre-K
Total Students: 230
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 112
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 230

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Chapel Forge E C C
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten230
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Chapel Forge E C C
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female8938.7%
Male14161.3%