Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Howard B. Owens Science Center offer ?
Howard B. Owens Science Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howard B. Owens Science Center part of?
Howard B. Owens Science Center is part of Prince George's County School District.
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