For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,103 students in 21742, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21742, MD are Fountaindale Elementary School, Paramount Elementary School and Old Forge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21742 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21742, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21742, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountaindale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Northern Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8156
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8156
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Paramount Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19410 Longmeadow Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8289
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8289
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Old Forge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21615 Old Forge Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8273
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8273
Gr: PK-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Potomac Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 E Magnolia Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8305
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8305
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
1311 Yale Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8668
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8668
Gr: PK-2 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
21742, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11402 Robinwood Dr
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Gr: PK | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21742, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21742, MD include Fountaindale Elementary School, Paramount Elementary School and Old Forge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21742?
5 public preschools are located in 21742.
What is the racial composition of students in 21742?
21742 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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