For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,239 students in 21213, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21213, MD are Harford Heights Elementary School, The Belair-edison School and Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21213 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 14% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21213, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21213, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harford Heights Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1919 N Broadway Street
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9341
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9341
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
The Belair-edison School
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3536 Brehms Lane
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9150
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9150
Gr: PK-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 N Caroline Street
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-1452
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-1452
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Sinclair Lane Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3880 Sinclair Lane
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9117
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9117
Gr: PK-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #55.
Collington Square Elementary Middle School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1409 N Collington Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9198
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9198
Gr: PK-8 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
2625 Federal Street
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9158
Baltimore, MD 21213
(410) 396-9158
Gr: PK-K | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21213, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21213, MD include Harford Heights Elementary School, The Belair-edison School and Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21213?
6 public preschools are located in 21213.
What is the racial composition of students in 21213?
21213 public preschools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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