For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,737 students in 21801, MD.
The top-ranked public preschools in 21801, MD are Pemberton Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 21801 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in 21801, MD have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best 21801, MD Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pemberton Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Pemberton Dr
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5809
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5809
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Pinehurst Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
520 S Pinehurst Ave
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5810
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5810
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
711 Lake St
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5814
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5814
Gr: PK-1 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
1321 West Road
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5816
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 677-5816
Gr: PK-2 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
21801, Maryland Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wicomico County Alternative School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
1130 Jersery Rd
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 543-4203
Salisbury, MD 21801
(410) 543-4203
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 21801, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in 21801, MD include Pemberton Elementary School and Pinehurst Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 21801?
4 public preschools are located in 21801.
What is the racial composition of students in 21801?
21801 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
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