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Best 21040 Maryland Public Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,129 students in 21040, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21040, MD are Edgewood Elementary School and Deerfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21040 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21040, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).

Best 21040, MD Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edgewood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2100 Cedar Dr
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1540
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Deerfield Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2307 Willoughby Beach Rd
Edgewood, MD 21040
(410) 612-1535
Grades: PK-5
| 714 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 21040, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21040, MD include Edgewood Elementary School and Deerfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21040?
2 public preschools are located in 21040.
What is the racial composition of students in 21040?
21040 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).

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