For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,165 students in 20678, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 20678, MD are Calvert Elementary School, Barstow Elementary School and Calvert Country School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 20678 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 20678, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 20678, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1450 Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9550
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9550
Gr: PK-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Barstow Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
295 Williams Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9510
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9510
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Calvert Country School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9910
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(443) 550-9910
Gr: PK-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
20678, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Calvert County Evening High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1305 Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(410) 535-7333
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(410) 535-7333
Calvert County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
1305 Dares Beach Rd
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(410) 535-7232
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
(410) 535-7232
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 20678, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 20678, MD include Calvert Elementary School, Barstow Elementary School and Calvert Country School.
How many public preschools are located in 20678?
3 public preschools are located in 20678.
What is the racial composition of students in 20678?
20678 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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