For the 2025-26 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,684 students in 21230, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21230, MD are Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School, Federal Hill Preparatory Academy and Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21230 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21230, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21230, MD Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 E Heath Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1575
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1575
Gr: PK-8 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Federal Hill Preparatory Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1040 William Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1207
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1207
Gr: PK-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1425 E Fort Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1503
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1503
Gr: PK-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Charles Carroll Barrister Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1327 Washington Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-5973
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-5973
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
George Washington Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 Scott Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1445
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1445
Gr: PK-5 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #66.
Lakeland Elementary Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2921 Stranden Road
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1406
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1406
Gr: PK-8 | 1,052 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Morrell Park Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Tolley Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3426
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3426
Gr: PK-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Westport Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Nevada Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3396
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-3396
Gr: PK-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
21230, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1100 Covington St
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1500
Baltimore, MD 21230
(410) 396-1500
Gr: 12 | 112 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21230, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21230, MD include Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School, Federal Hill Preparatory Academy and Francis Scott Key Elementary Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 21230?
8 public preschools are located in 21230.
What is the racial composition of students in 21230?
21230 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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