For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,487 students in 21085, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21085, MD are Riverside Elementary School, Joppatowne Elementary School and Magnolia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21085 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21085, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21085, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
211 Stillmeadow Dr
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1560
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Joppatowne Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
407 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1546
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Trimble Rd
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Joppa, MD 21085
(410) 612-1553
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21085, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21085, MD include Riverside Elementary School, Joppatowne Elementary School and Magnolia Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21085?
3 public preschools are located in 21085.
What is the racial composition of students in 21085?
21085 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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