For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,497 students in 21220, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21220, MD are Oliver Beach Elementary School, Chase Elementary School and Glenmar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21220 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21220, MD have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21220, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Oliver Beach Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12912 Cunninghill Cove Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-5943
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-5943
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Chase Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11701 Eastern Ave
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-5940
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-5940
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Glenmar Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9700 Community Dr
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0127
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0127
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Martin Boulevard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
210 Riverton Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0158
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0158
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Victory Villa Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
500 Compass Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
(443) 809-0184
Middle River, MD 21220
(443) 809-0184
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Seneca Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
545 Carrollwood Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-5945
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-5945
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #77.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
125 Kingston Rd
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0138
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-0138
Gr: PK-5 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
21220, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Connections Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
9610 Pulaski Park Drive
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2373
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2373
Gr: K-11 | 123 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Evening High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9610 Pulaski Park Dr Suite 21
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2270
Middle River, MD 21220
(410) 887-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 151 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21220, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21220, MD include Oliver Beach Elementary School, Chase Elementary School and Glenmar Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21220?
7 public preschools are located in 21220.
What is the racial composition of students in 21220?
21220 public preschools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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