For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,298 students in 21502, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21502, MD are Parkside Elementary School, Bel Air Elementary School and Cash Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21502 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21502, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21502, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
50 Parkside Blvd
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 729-0085
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 729-0085
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bel Air Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14401 Barton Blvd
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 729-2992
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 729-2992
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Cash Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10601 Cash Valley Rd Nw
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-6632
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-6632
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Cresaptown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13202 6th Ave
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 729-0212
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 729-0212
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11001 Forest Ave Ne
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-3285
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-3285
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
West Side Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
425 Paca St
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-0340
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-0340
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #77.
John Humbird Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
120 Mary St
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-8842
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-8842
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #88.
South Penn Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 E 2nd St
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 777-1755
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 777-1755
Gr: PK-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
21502, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allegany County Home & Hospital (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
108 Washington St
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 759-2021
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 759-2021
Gr: K-10 | 11 students
Transition Program At Cumberland High School (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
10100 Country Club Rd
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-1317
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 724-1317
Gr: 12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Transition Program At Friends Aware (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1601 Holland St
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 722-7268
Cumberland, MD 21502
(301) 722-7268
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21502, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21502, MD include Parkside Elementary School, Bel Air Elementary School and Cash Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21502?
8 public preschools are located in 21502.
What is the racial composition of students in 21502?
21502 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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