For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 883 students in 21795, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21795, MD are Williamsport Elementary School and Hickory Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21795 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21795, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21795, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williamsport Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 S Clifton Dr
Williamsport, MD 21795
(301) 766-8415
Williamsport, MD 21795
(301) 766-8415
Grades: PK-5
| 549 students
Rank: #22.
Hickory Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11101 Hickory School Rd
Williamsport, MD 21795
(301) 766-8198
Williamsport, MD 21795
(301) 766-8198
Grades: PK-5
| 334 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21795, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21795, MD include Williamsport Elementary School and Hickory Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21795?
2 public preschools are located in 21795.
What is the racial composition of students in 21795?
21795 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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