For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,773 students in 21044, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21044, MD are Bryant Woods Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Swansfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21044 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21044, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21044, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bryant Woods Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5450 Blue Heron Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6859
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6859
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5470 Hesperus Dr
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6879
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6879
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Swansfield Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5610 Cedar Ln
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6907
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6907
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Running Brook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5215 W Running Brook Rd
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6893
Columbia, MD 21044
(410) 313-6893
Gr: PK-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
21044, Maryland 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21044, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21044, MD include Bryant Woods Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School and Swansfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21044?
4 public preschools are located in 21044.
What is the racial composition of students in 21044?
21044 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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