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Top 5 Best 21703 Maryland Public Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 3,581 students in 21703, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21703, MD are Ballenger Creek Elementary School, Orchard Grove Elementary School and Tuscarora Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21703 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 25%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21703, MD have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).

Best 21703, MD Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballenger Creek Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5250 Kingsbrook Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 709 students
Rank: #22.
Orchard Grove Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5898 Hannover Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-2400
Grades: PK-5
| 601 students
Rank: #33.
Tuscarora Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6321 Lambert Dr
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0000
Grades: PK-5
| 779 students
Rank: #44.
Carroll Creek Montessori Public Charter
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
7215 Corporate Court
Frederick, MD 21703
(301) 663-7970
Grades: PK-8
| 315 students
Rank: #55.
Butterfly Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
601 Contender Way
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 566-0300
Grades: PK-5
| 619 students
Rank: #66.
Hillcrest Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1285 Hillcrest Drive
Frederick, MD 21703
(240) 236-3200
Grades: PK-5
| 558 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 21703, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21703, MD include Ballenger Creek Elementary School, Orchard Grove Elementary School and Tuscarora Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21703?
6 public preschools are located in 21703.
What is the racial composition of students in 21703?
21703 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).

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