For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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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