For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 4,039 students in 21234, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in 21234, MD are Harford Hills Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School and Seven Oaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21234 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21234, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21234, MD Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harford Hills Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8902 Old Harford Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5236
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5236
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 Summit Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5267
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5267
Gr: PK-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Seven Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9220 Seven Courts Dr
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-6257
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-6257
Gr: PK-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Villa Cresta Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2600 Rader Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5275
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5275
Gr: PK-5 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Carney Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3131 E Joppa Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5228
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5228
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Oakleigh Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1900 White Oak Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5238
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5238
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Halstead Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1111 Halstead Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-3210
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-3210
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
White Oak School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8401 Leefield Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5378
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5378
Gr: PK-5 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #99.
Woodhome Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Moyer Avenue
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 396-6398
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 396-6398
Gr: PK-8 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
21234, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2600 Putty Hill Ave
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5257
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5257
Gr: 9-12 | 1,894 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Parkville Saturday School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2600 Putty Hill Rd
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5555
Parkville, MD 21234
(410) 887-5555
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 21234, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in 21234, MD include Harford Hills Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School and Seven Oaks Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21234?
9 public preschools are located in 21234.
What is the racial composition of students in 21234?
21234 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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