For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,917 students in 21784, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21784, MD are Carrolltowne Elementary School, Piney Ridge Elementary School and Linton Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21784 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21784, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21784, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carrolltowne Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6542 Ridge Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3530
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3530
Gr: PK-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Piney Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6315 Freedom Avenue
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3535
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3535
Gr: PK-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Linton Springs Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
375 Ronsdale Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3280
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3280
Gr: PK-5 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Mechanicsville Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3838 Sykesville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3510
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3510
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Eldersburg Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1021 Johnsville Road
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3520
Sykesville, MD 21784
(410) 751-3520
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21784, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21784, MD include Carrolltowne Elementary School, Piney Ridge Elementary School and Linton Springs Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21784?
5 public preschools are located in 21784.
What is the racial composition of students in 21784?
21784 public preschools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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