For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 652 students in 21532, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21532, MD are Frost Elementary School and Beall Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21532 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21532, MD have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21532, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frost Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
260 Shaw St
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-5168
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-5168
Gr: PK-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Beall Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3 E College Ave
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3636
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3636
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
21532, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Allegany County Evening High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
17000 National Hwy Sw
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3483
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3483
Gr: 12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Eckhart Alternative School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
17000 National Hwy Sw
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3483
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-3483
Gr: 6-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Transition Program At Frostburg High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
101 Braddock Rd Guild Hall #00
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 687-4340
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 687-4340
Gr: 12 | 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21532, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21532, MD include Frost Elementary School and Beall Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21532?
2 public preschools are located in 21532.
What is the racial composition of students in 21532?
21532 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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