For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 947 students in 21211, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21211, MD are Medfield Heights Elementary School and Hampden Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21211 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21211, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21211, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Medfield Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4300 Buchanan Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6460
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6460
Grades: PK-7
| 451 students
Rank: #22.
Hampden Elementary Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3608 Chestnut Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6004
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6004
Grades: PK-8
| 496 students
21211, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3750 Greenspring Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-0756
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-0756
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Independence School Local I (Closed 2024)
Charter School
1300 W 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
(443) 642-2504
Baltimore, MD 21211
(443) 642-2504
Grades: 9-12
| 151 students
1300 W 36th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6456
Baltimore, MD 21211
(410) 396-6456
Grades: 8
| 106 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21211, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21211, MD include Medfield Heights Elementary School and Hampden Elementary Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 21211?
2 public preschools are located in 21211.
What is the racial composition of students in 21211?
21211 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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