For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,824 students in Essex, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in Essex, MD are Middleborough Elementary School, Mars Estates Elementary School and Orems Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Essex, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Essex have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Essex, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Middleborough Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
313 West Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0160
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0160
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mars Estates Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 E Homberg Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0154
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0154
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Orems Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
711 Highvilla Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0172
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0172
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Rank: #44.
Sandalwood Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
900 S Marlyn Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0174
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0174
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #55.
Essex Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Mace Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0117
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0117
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Middlesex Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
142 Bennett Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0170
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0170
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Sussex Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 S Woodward Dr
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0182
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0182
Grades: PK-5
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Essex, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in Essex, MD include Middleborough Elementary School, Mars Estates Elementary School and Orems Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Essex?
7 public preschools are located in Essex.
What is the racial composition of students in Essex?
Essex public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Essex are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Essex include: Sandalwood Elementary School vs. Middleborough Elementary School, Middleborough Elementary School vs. Sandalwood Elementary School
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