For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,824 students in 21221, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21221, MD are Middleborough Elementary School, Orems Elementary School and Sandalwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21221 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21221, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 21221, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Orems Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
711 Highvilla Rd
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0172
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0172
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Sandalwood Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 S Marlyn Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0174
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0174
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Mars Estates Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 E Homberg Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0154
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0154
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Essex Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Mace Ave
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0117
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0117
Gr: PK-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Sussex Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
515 S Woodward Dr
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0182
Essex, MD 21221
(410) 887-0182
Gr: PK-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21221, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21221, MD include Middleborough Elementary School, Orems Elementary School and Sandalwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21221?
7 public preschools are located in 21221.
What is the racial composition of students in 21221?
21221 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).
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