For the 2025 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 32% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Grades: PK-5
| 166 students
Rank: n/an/a
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Grades: PK-2
| 329 students
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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