For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 875 students in 21202, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21202, MD are Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School and Johnston Square Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21202 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21202, MD have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21202, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Guilford Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 528-5393
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 528-5393
Gr: PK-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Johnston Square Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1101 Valley Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 396-1477
Baltimore, MD 21202
(410) 396-1477
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21202, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21202, MD include Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School and Johnston Square Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21202?
2 public preschools are located in 21202.
What is the racial composition of students in 21202?
21202 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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