For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 542 students in Arnold, MD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Arnold, MD is Belvedere Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Arnold, MD public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Arnold have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Arnold, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belvedere Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
360 Broadwater Rd
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 975-9432
Arnold, MD 21012
(410) 975-9432
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Arnold, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Arnold, MD include Belvedere Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Arnold?
1 public preschools are located in Arnold.
What is the racial composition of students in Arnold?
Arnold public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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