For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 2,024 students in 21144, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21144, MD are Ridgeway Elementary School, Severn Elementary School and Quarterfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21144 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21144, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21144, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgeway Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1440 Evergreen Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6524
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6524
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Severn Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
838 Reece Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 551-6220
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 551-6220
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Quarterfield Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7967 Quarterfield Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6430
Gr: PK-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Van Bokkelen Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1140 Reece Rd
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6535
Severn, MD 21144
(410) 222-6535
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21144, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21144, MD include Ridgeway Elementary School, Severn Elementary School and Quarterfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21144?
4 public preschools are located in 21144.
What is the racial composition of students in 21144?
21144 public preschools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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