For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 2,195 students in 21042, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21042, MD are Waverly Elementary School, Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School and Centennial Lane Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21042 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21042, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21042, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waverly Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10220 Wetherburn Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2819
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2819
Gr: PK-5 | 827 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13400 Triadelphia Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2560
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2560
Gr: PK-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Centennial Lane Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3825 Centennial Ln
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2800
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 313-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21042, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21042, MD include Waverly Elementary School, Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School and Centennial Lane Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21042?
3 public preschools are located in 21042.
What is the racial composition of students in 21042?
21042 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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