For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,812 students in 21774, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21774, MD are Deer Crossing Elementary School, New Market Elementary School and Blue Heron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21774 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21774, MD have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21774, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Deer Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10601 Finn Dr
New Market, MD 21774
(240) 236-5900
New Market, MD 21774
(240) 236-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 533 students
Rank: #22.
New Market Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
93 W Main St
New Market, MD 21774
(240) 236-1300
New Market, MD 21774
(240) 236-1300
Grades: PK-5
| 572 students
Rank: #33.
Blue Heron Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7100 Eaglehead Drive
New Market, MD 21774
(240) 566-0700
New Market, MD 21774
(240) 566-0700
Grades: PK-5
| 707 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21774, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21774, MD include Deer Crossing Elementary School, New Market Elementary School and Blue Heron Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21774?
3 public preschools are located in 21774.
What is the racial composition of students in 21774?
21774 public preschools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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