For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,521 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21085, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
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 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
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 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 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 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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