For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,103 students in 21742, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21742, MD are Fountaindale Elementary School, Paramount Elementary School and Old Forge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21742 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21742, MD have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21742, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fountaindale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
901 Northern Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8156
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8156
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #22.
Paramount Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19410 Longmeadow Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8289
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8289
Grades: PK-5
| 416 students
Rank: #33.
Old Forge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
21615 Old Forge Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8273
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8273
Grades: PK-5
| 353 students
Rank: #44.
Potomac Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 E Magnolia Ave
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8305
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8305
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: n/an/a
1311 Yale Drive
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8668
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 766-8668
Grades: PK-2
| 584 students
21742, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
11402 Robinwood Dr
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 791-4332
Grades: PK
| 109 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21742, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21742, MD include Fountaindale Elementary School, Paramount Elementary School and Old Forge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21742?
5 public preschools are located in 21742.
What is the racial composition of students in 21742?
21742 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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