For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 268 students in 21539, MD.
The top ranked public preschool in 21539, MD is George's Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 21539 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21539, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21539, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George's Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15600 Lower Georges Creek Rd S
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-6202
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
21539, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
16915 Lower George's Creek Rd
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Lonaconing, MD 21539
(301) 463-5751
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 463:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21539, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21539, MD include George's Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21539?
1 public preschools are located in 21539.
What is the racial composition of students in 21539?
21539 public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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