For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 502 students in Thurmont, MD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Thurmont, MD is Lewistown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thurmont, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Thurmont have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Thurmont, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1620
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1620
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1280
Thurmont, MD 21788
(227) 203-1280
Gr: PK-2 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Thurmont, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Thurmont, MD include Lewistown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Thurmont?
2 public preschools are located in Thurmont.
What is the racial composition of students in Thurmont?
Thurmont public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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