Best 21655 Maryland Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 396 students in 21655, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 21655, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 21655, MD is Preston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 21655 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 21655, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).

Best 21655, MD Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Preston Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
225 Main St
Preston, MD 21655
(410) 479-2897
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 21655, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in 21655, MD include Preston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 21655?
1 public schools are located in 21655.
What percentage of students in 21655 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 21655 are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 21655?
21655 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).

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