For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,326 students in 21793, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21793, MD are Glade Elementary School, Walkersville Elementary School and Rock Creek. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21793 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21793, MD have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21793, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9525 Glade Rd
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1700
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Walkersville Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
83 W Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1180
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Rock Creek
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55b West Frederick Street
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-3900
Walkersville, MD 21793
(227) 203-3900
Gr: PK-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21793, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21793, MD include Glade Elementary School, Walkersville Elementary School and Rock Creek.
How many public preschools are located in 21793?
3 public preschools are located in 21793.
What is the racial composition of students in 21793?
21793 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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