For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,016 students in 21045, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21045, MD are Waterloo Elementary School, Stevens Forest Elementary School and Jeffers Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21045 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in 21045, MD have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 70% (majority Black).
Best 21045, MD Public Preschools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waterloo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5940 Waterloo Rd
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-5014
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-5014
Grades: PK-5
| 612 students
Rank: #22.
Stevens Forest Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6045 Stevens Forest Rd
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6900
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #33.
Jeffers Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6001 Tamar Dr
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6872
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6872
Grades: PK-5
| 408 students
Rank: #44.
Phelps Luck Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5370 Oldstone Ct
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6886
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6886
Grades: PK-5
| 746 students
Rank: #55.
Talbott Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9550 Basket Ring Rd
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6915
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-6915
Grades: PK-5
| 483 students
Rank: #66.
Cradlerock Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6700 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 319-7601
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 319-7601
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
21045, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6700 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7601
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7601
Grades: PK-8
| 932 students
6700 Cradlewrock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7607
Columbia, MD 21045
(410) 313-7607
Grades: 6-8
| 543 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21045, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21045, MD include Waterloo Elementary School, Stevens Forest Elementary School and Jeffers Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21045?
6 public preschools are located in 21045.
What is the racial composition of students in 21045?
21045 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 70% (majority Black).
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