Serving 381 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Preston Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Preston Elementary School serves the southwest part of Preston, MD, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 64.7 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 8.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
School Overview
Preston Elementary School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Preston Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Preston Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 1338 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
12%
24%
Black
9%
32%
White
71%
31%
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
33%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Preston Elementary School's ranking?
Preston Elementary School is ranked #482 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Preston Elementary School often compared to?
Preston Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warwick Elementary School, Denton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Preston Elementary School?
381 students attend Preston Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Preston Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Preston Elementary School?
Preston Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Preston Elementary School offer ?
Preston Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Preston Elementary School part of?
Preston Elementary School is part of Caroline County School District.
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