Kettering, Maryland facts for kids
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Kettering, Maryland
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Location of Kettering, Maryland
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Maryland |
| County |  Prince George's |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.51 sq mi (14.28 km2) |
| • Land | 5.49 sq mi (14.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,424 |
| • Density | 2,625.89/sq mi (1,013.79/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
20774-20775
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| Area code(s) | 301, 240 |
| FIPS code | 24-43900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1714445 |
Kettering is a community in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's a special area defined for gathering population information. In 2020, about 14,424 people lived there.
Kettering is located near several interesting places. These include Prince George's Community College and the community of Woodmore. You can also find Six Flags America, a big amusement park, and a large church called Evangel Temple nearby. The community of Largo is also close, which is where the Washington Metro Blue Line ends.
For fun, Kettering has Watkins Regional Park. This park offers a huge playground, a colorful carousel, and miniature golf. You can also enjoy a miniature train ride and see various animals there.
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Where Did the Name Kettering Come From?
The name Kettering was chosen in the 1960s. A company that built houses in the area picked the name when they started developing the community.
What is Kettering Like Geographically?
Kettering is located at 38°53′42″N 76°47′47″W / 38.895012°N 76.796471°W.
The United States Census Bureau says that Kettering covers an area of about 5.5 square miles (14.28 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land.
How Many People Live in Kettering?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 11,008 | — | |
| 2010 | 12,790 | 16.2% | |
| 2020 | 14,424 | 12.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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In 2020, the population of Kettering was 14,424 people. This number has grown over the years. For example, in 2010, there were 12,790 residents.
Education in Kettering
Students in Kettering attend schools that are part of the Prince George's County Public Schools system.
There are several elementary schools that serve different parts of Kettering. These include Kettering Elementary, Perrywood Elementary, and Lake Arbor Elementary. Most students in the area go to Kettering Middle School. However, some students attend Ernest Everett Just Middle School. For high school, most students are zoned for Largo High School. A smaller group of students goes to Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr. High School.
The community also has a local library branch. The Largo-Kettering Branch of the Prince George's County Memorial Library System is located in Largo and serves the Kettering area.
See also
In Spanish: Kettering (Maryland) para niños
