For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,296 students in 21208, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21208, MD are Fort Garrison Elementary School, Bedford Elementary School and Winand Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21208 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21208, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21208, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Garrison Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3310 Woodvalley Dr
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1203
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1203
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Bedford Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7320 Campfield Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1200
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Winand Elementary School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8301 Scotts Level Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0763
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0763
Gr: PK-5 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Wellwood International School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Smith Ave
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1212
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-1212
Gr: PK-7 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Woodholme Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Mt Wilson Ln
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6762
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-6762
Gr: PK-5 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
21208, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4627 Old Court Rd
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Pikesville, MD 21208
(410) 887-0742
Gr: 6-8 | 1,136 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21208, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21208, MD include Fort Garrison Elementary School, Bedford Elementary School and Winand Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21208?
5 public preschools are located in 21208.
What is the racial composition of students in 21208?
21208 public preschools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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