For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,128 students in Prince Frederick, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in Prince Frederick, MD are Calvert Elementary School and Barstow Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Prince Frederick, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Prince Frederick have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Prince Frederick, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Calvert Elementary School
(Math: 46% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Barstow Elementary School
(Math: 36% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 649 students
Prince Frederick, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
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
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Prince Frederick, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in Prince Frederick, MD include Calvert Elementary School and Barstow Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Prince Frederick?
2 public preschools are located in Prince Frederick.
What is the racial composition of students in Prince Frederick?
Prince Frederick public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Prince Frederick are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Prince Frederick include: Barstow Elementary School vs. Calvert Elementary School, Calvert Elementary School vs. Barstow Elementary School
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