For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,737 students in 21801, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21801, MD are Pemberton Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21801 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21801, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21801, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pemberton Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Pemberton Dr
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5809
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5809
Grades: PK-5
| 503 students
Rank: #22.
Pinehurst Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
520 S Pinehurst Ave
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5810
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5810
Grades: PK-5
| 542 students
Rank: n/an/a
711 Lake St
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5814
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5814
Grades: PK-1
| 303 students
Rank: n/an/a
1321 West Road
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5816
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5816
Grades: PK-2
| 389 students
21801, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Wicomico County Alternative School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1130 Jersery Rd
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 543-4203
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 543-4203
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21801, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21801, MD include Pemberton Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21801?
4 public preschools are located in 21801.
What is the racial composition of students in 21801?
21801 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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