Best Thurmont Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 495 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 23% 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 (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Thurmont Primary
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Gr: PK-2 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).

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