For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 3,875 students in 21234, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21234, MD are Harford Hills Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School and Seven Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21234 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21234, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21234, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harford Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8902 Old Harford Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5236
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5236
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 Summit Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5267
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5267
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Seven Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9220 Seven Courts Dr
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-6257
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-6257
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #44.
Villa Cresta Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2600 Rader Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5275
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5275
Gr: PK-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Carney Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3131 E Joppa Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5228
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5228
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Oakleigh Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 White Oak Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5238
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5238
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Halstead Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Halstead Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-3210
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-3210
Gr: PK-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #88.
White Oak School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Leefield Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5378
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5378
Gr: PK-5 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #99.
Woodhome Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Moyer Avenue
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 396-6398
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 396-6398
Gr: PK-8 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21234, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21234, MD include Harford Hills Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School and Seven Oaks Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21234?
9 public preschools are located in 21234.
What is the racial composition of students in 21234?
21234 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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