For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,910 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 20% 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 (2026-27)
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 | 593 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 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
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 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 20% 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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