For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,979 students in 21229, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21229, MD are North Bend Elementary Middle School, Violetville Elementary Middle School and Mary E. Rodman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21229 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21229, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21229, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Bend Elementary Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
181 North Bend Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0376
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0376
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Violetville Elementary Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1207 Pine Heights Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-1416
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-1416
Gr: PK-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3510 W Mulberry Street
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0508
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0508
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Thomas Jefferson Elementary Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
605 Dryden Drive
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0534
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0534
Gr: PK-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #55.
Wildwood Elementary Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
621 Wildwood Parkway
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0503
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0503
Gr: PK-8 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #66.
Baltimore International Academy West
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Sidehill Road
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 291-2440
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 291-2440
Gr: PK-8 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Beechfield Elementary Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
301 S Beechfield Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0525
Baltimore, MD 21229
(410) 396-0525
Gr: PK-8 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21229, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21229, MD include North Bend Elementary Middle School, Violetville Elementary Middle School and Mary E. Rodman Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21229?
7 public preschools are located in 21229.
What is the racial composition of students in 21229?
21229 public preschools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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