For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,894 students in 21157, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21157, MD are William Winchester Elementary School, Winfield Elementary School and Friendship Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21157 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21157, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21157, MD Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Winchester Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Monroe Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Winfield Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4401 Salem Bottom Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3242
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Friendship Valley Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 Gist Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3650
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Cranberry Station Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
505 North Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 386-4440
Gr: PK-5 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Carroll Springs School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
495 South Center Street
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3620
Gr: PK-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Robert Moton Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1413 Washington Road
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3610
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
21157, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carroll County Evening High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Carroll County Home & Hospital School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
125 North Court St
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 751-3120
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21157, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21157, MD include William Winchester Elementary School, Winfield Elementary School and Friendship Valley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21157?
6 public preschools are located in 21157.
What is the racial composition of students in 21157?
21157 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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