For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 970 students in 21286, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21286, MD are Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet and Pleasant Plains Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21286 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21286, MD have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21286, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
825 Providence Rd
Towson, MD 21286
(410) 887-4888
Towson, MD 21286
(410) 887-4888
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Pleasant Plains Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8300 Pleasant Plains Rd
Towson, MD 21286
(443) 809-3549
Towson, MD 21286
(443) 809-3549
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21286, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21286, MD include Cromwell Valley Elementary Regional Magnet and Pleasant Plains Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21286?
2 public preschools are located in 21286.
What is the racial composition of students in 21286?
21286 public preschools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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