For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,734 students in 21701, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21701, MD are Parkway Elementary School, Spring Ridge Elementary School and Monocacy Valley Montessori. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21701 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21701, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21701, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
300 Carroll Pky
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-2600
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Spring Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9051 Ridgefield Dr
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1600
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #33.
Monocacy Valley Montessori
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Dill Avenue
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-6100
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-6100
Gr: PK-9 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
North Frederick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 Fairview Ave
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-2000
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-2000
Gr: PK-5 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11820 Liberty Rd
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1800
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Madison St
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-2650
Frederick, MD 21701
(240) 236-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21701, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21701, MD include Parkway Elementary School, Spring Ridge Elementary School and Monocacy Valley Montessori.
How many public preschools are located in 21701?
6 public preschools are located in 21701.
What is the racial composition of students in 21701?
21701 public preschools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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