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Best Thurmont Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 495 students in Thurmont, MD.
The top-ranked public preschool in Thurmont, MD is Lewistown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Thurmont, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Thurmont have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Thurmont, MD (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
11119 Hessong Bridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Thurmont Primary
7989 Rocky Ridge Rd
Thurmont, MD 21788
(240) 236-2800
Gr: PK-2 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Thurmont, MD?
The top-ranked public preschools in Thurmont, MD include Lewistown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Thurmont?
2 public preschools are located in Thurmont.
What is the racial composition of students in Thurmont?
Thurmont public preschools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).

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