For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 221 students in 21520, MD.
The top-ranked public preschool in 21520, MD is Accident Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 21520 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21520, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21520, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Accident Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
534 Accident-bittinger Rd
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8863
Gr: PK-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
21520, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northern High Evening School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
86 Pride Pkwy
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Accident, MD 21520
(301) 746-8668
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21520, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21520, MD include Accident Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21520?
1 public preschools are located in 21520.
What is the racial composition of students in 21520?
21520 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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