For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,684 students in 21230, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21230, MD are Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School, Federal Hill Preparatory Academy and Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21230 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21230, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21230, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 E Heath Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1575
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1575
Grades: PK-8
| 517 students
Rank: #22.
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1040 William Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1207
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1207
Grades: PK-8
| 313 students
Rank: #33.
Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1425 E Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1503
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1503
Grades: PK-8
| 674 students
Rank: #44.
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1327 Washington Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-5973
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-5973
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
Rank: #55.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Scott Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1445
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1445
Grades: PK-5
| 165 students
Rank: #66.
Lakeland Elementary Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2921 Stranden Road
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1406
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1406
Grades: PK-8
| 1,052 students
Rank: #77.
Morrell Park Elementary Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Tolley Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3426
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3426
Grades: PK-8
| 429 students
Rank: #88.
Westport Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Nevada Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3396
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3396
Grades: PK-8
| 247 students
21230, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1100 Covington St
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1500
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1500
Grades: 12
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21230, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21230, MD include Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School, Federal Hill Preparatory Academy and Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 21230?
8 public preschools are located in 21230.
What is the racial composition of students in 21230?
21230 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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