For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,810 students in 21702, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21702, MD are Yellow Springs Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School and Monocacy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21702 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21702, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21702, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Yellow Springs Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8717 Yellow Springs Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1700
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 605 students
Rank: #22.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 Whittier Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3100
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3100
Grades: PK-5
| 730 students
Rank: #33.
Monocacy Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7421 Hayward Rd
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1400
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 549 students
Rank: #44.
Waverley Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Waverley Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3900
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 926 students
21702, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Heather Ridge Middle School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
1445 Taney Ave
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Frederick, MD 21702
(240) 236-8000
Grades: 7-8
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21702, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21702, MD include Yellow Springs Elementary School, Whittier Elementary School and Monocacy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21702?
4 public preschools are located in 21702.
What is the racial composition of students in 21702?
21702 public preschools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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