For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 396 students in Preston, MD (there are 1 private school, serving 17 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Preston, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Preston, MD is Preston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Preston, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Preston have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Preston, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Preston Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
225 Main St
Preston, MD 21655
(410) 479-2897
Preston, MD 21655
(410) 479-2897
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Preston, MD?
The top ranked public schools in Preston, MD include Preston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Preston?
1 public schools are located in Preston.
What percentage of students in Preston go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Preston are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Preston?
Preston public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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