Best 21244 Maryland Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,063 students in 21244, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21244, MD are Chadwick Elementary School and Dogwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21244 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21244, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 21244, MD Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chadwick Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1918 Winder Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-1300
Gr: PK-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Dogwood Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7215 Dogwood Rd
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
(410) 887-6808
Gr: PK-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21244, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21244, MD include Chadwick Elementary School and Dogwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21244?
2 public preschools are located in 21244.
What is the racial composition of students in 21244?
21244 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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