For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 781 students in 21532, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21532, MD are Frost Elementary School, Beall Elementary School and Route 40 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 44% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21532, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), 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 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Route 40 Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17764 National Pike
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-6132
Frostburg, MD 21532
(301) 689-6132
Gr: PK-5 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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, Beall Elementary School and Route 40 Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21532?
3 public preschools are located in 21532.
What is the racial composition of students in 21532?
21532 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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