For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 396 students in Preston, MD (there are , serving 17 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Preston, MD are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Preston, MD is Preston Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Preston, MD public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Maryland public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Preston have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Preston, MD (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Preston Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
225 Main St
Preston, MD 21655
(410) 479-2897
Preston, MD 21655
(410) 479-2897
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Preston, MD?
The top-ranked public schools in Preston, MD include Preston Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Preston?
1 public schools are located in Preston.
What percentage of students in Preston go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Preston are educated in public schools (compared to the MD state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Preston?
Preston public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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