For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,170 students in 21214, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21214, MD are Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21214 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21214, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21214, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6101 Old Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6375
Gr: PK-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #22.
Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Ailsa Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6361
Gr: PK-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
21214, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academic Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Gr: 9-12 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Dr. Samuel L. Banks High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
5000 Truesdale Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 984-1541
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 984-1541
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Environmental Learning Community (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 000-0000
Gr: 9-12 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
2500 E. Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-5616
Gr: 6-12 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
2500 E Northern Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Baltimore, MD 21214
(443) 642-2031
Gr: 6-12
2201 Pinewood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 396-6435
Gr: 9-12 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21214, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21214, MD include Hamilton Elementary Middle School and Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 21214?
2 public preschools are located in 21214.
What is the racial composition of students in 21214?
21214 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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