For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 3,137 students in 21206, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21206, MD are Elmwood Elementary School, Mccormick Elementary School and Glenmount Elementary Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21206 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21206, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21206, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elmwood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
531 Dale Ave
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-5232
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-5232
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Mccormick Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5101 Hazelwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-0500
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 887-0500
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Glenmount Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6211 Walther Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6366
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6366
Gr: PK-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
Gardenville Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Belair Road
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6382
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-6382
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Moravia Park Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6001 Frankford Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9096
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9096
Gr: PK-5 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Furley Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Truesdale Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9094
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9094
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Hazelwood Elementary Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4517 Hazelwood Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9098
Baltimore, MD 21206
(410) 396-9098
Gr: PK-8 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21206, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21206, MD include Elmwood Elementary School, Mccormick Elementary School and Glenmount Elementary Middle School.
How many public preschools are located in 21206?
7 public preschools are located in 21206.
What is the racial composition of students in 21206?
21206 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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