For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,901 students in 21061, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21061, MD are Southgate Elementary School, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School and Oakwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21061 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21061, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21061, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southgate Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
290 Shetlands Ln
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4900
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Glen Burnie Park Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Marlboro Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 766-9220
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 766-9220
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Oakwood Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
330 Oak Manor Dr
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6420
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6420
Gr: PK-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Rippling Woods Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
530 Nolfield Dr
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 760-7900
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 760-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
North Glen Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
615 West Furnace Branch Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6416
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 222-6416
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Woodside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
160 Funke Rd
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4100
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 582-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
105 Packard Ave
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 590-4790
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
(410) 590-4790
Gr: PK | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21061, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21061, MD include Southgate Elementary School, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School and Oakwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21061?
7 public preschools are located in 21061.
What is the racial composition of students in 21061?
21061 public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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