For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,252 students in 21401, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21401, MD are Rolling Knolls Elementary School, Annapolis Elementary School and Germantown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21401 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21401, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21401, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rolling Knolls Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1985 Valley Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-5820
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-5820
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Annapolis Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
180 Green Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1600
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1600
Gr: PK-5 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Germantown Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Windell Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1615
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1615
Gr: PK-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Monarch Academy Annapolis Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Capital Drive
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 934-1444
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 934-1444
Gr: PK-5 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Walter S. Mills - Parole Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 George And Marion Phelps Lan
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1626
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 222-1626
Gr: PK-5 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21401, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21401, MD include Rolling Knolls Elementary School, Annapolis Elementary School and Germantown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21401?
5 public preschools are located in 21401.
What is the racial composition of students in 21401?
21401 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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