For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,783 students in 21215, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21215, MD are Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Arlington Elementary School and Milbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21215 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21215, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21215, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cross Country Elementary Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6900 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0602
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0602
Gr: PK-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Arlington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3705 W Rogers Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0567
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0567
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Milbrook Elementary School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Crest Heights Rd
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 887-1225
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 887-1225
Gr: PK-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Park Heights Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2835 Virginia Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0550
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0550
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Fallstaff Elementary Middle School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Fallstaff Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0682
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0682
Gr: PK-8 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Callaway Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3701 Fernhill Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0604
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0604
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Rank: #77.
Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-ashburton Elementary Middle School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 7%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3935 Hilton Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0636
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0636
Gr: PK-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Pimlico Elementary Middle School
Charter School
(Math: ≤1% | Reading: 5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4849 Pimlico Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0876
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0876
Gr: PK-8 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
21215, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5545 Kennison Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0822
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0822
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
1500 Harlem Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0612
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0612
Gr: 8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
5011 Arbutus Ave
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-7827
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-7827
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
6900 Park Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0646
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0646
Gr: 9-12 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
3500 W Northern Pky
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0806
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 396-0806
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21215, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21215, MD include Cross Country Elementary Middle School, Arlington Elementary School and Milbrook Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21215?
8 public preschools are located in 21215.
What is the racial composition of students in 21215?
21215 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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