For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 479 students in Thurmont, MD.
The top ranked public preschool in Thurmont, MD is Lewistown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thurmont, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Pre schools in Thurmont have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 70% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Thurmont, MD (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lewistown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Grades: PK-5
| 172 students
Rank: n/an/a
Thurmont Primary
Magnet School
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Grades: PK-2
| 307 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Thurmont, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in Thurmont, MD include Lewistown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Thurmont?
2 public preschools are located in Thurmont.
What is the racial composition of students in Thurmont?
Thurmont public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 70% (majority Black).
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