For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 839 students in Hampstead, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in Hampstead, MD are Hampstead Elementary School and Spring Garden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hampstead, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Hampstead have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Hampstead, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hampstead Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3737 Shiloh Road
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3420
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3420
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Spring Garden Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Boxwood Drive
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3433
Hampstead, MD 21074
(410) 751-3433
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hampstead, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hampstead, MD include Hampstead Elementary School and Spring Garden Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Hampstead?
2 public preschools are located in Hampstead.
What is the racial composition of students in Hampstead?
Hampstead public preschools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Hampstead are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Hampstead include: Spring Garden Elementary School vs. Hampstead Elementary School, Hampstead Elementary School vs. Spring Garden Elementary School
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