For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 498 students in Sandy Spring, MD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Sandy Spring, MD is Sherwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sandy Spring, MD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Sandy Spring have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Sandy Spring, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1401 Olney-sandy Spring Rd
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(240) 740-0960
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
(240) 740-0960
Gr: PK-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Sandy Spring, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Sandy Spring, MD include Sherwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Sandy Spring?
1 public preschools are located in Sandy Spring.
What is the racial composition of students in Sandy Spring?
Sandy Spring public preschools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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