For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,420 students in Pasadena, MD.
The top ranked public preschools in Pasadena, MD are Bodkin Elementary School, Pasadena Elementary School and Fort Smallwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pasadena, MD public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Maryland public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 39% statewide average). Pre schools in Pasadena have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Maryland public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschool average of 71% (majority Black).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Preschools in Pasadena, MD (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bodkin Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8320 Ventnor Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-0464
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 437-0464
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Pasadena Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 East Pasadena Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6573
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6573
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Fort Smallwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1720 Poplar Ridge Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6450
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6450
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Lake Shore Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4531 Mountain Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6465
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6465
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Sunset Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8572 Fort Smallwood Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6478
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6478
Gr: PK-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Riviera Beach Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8515 Jenkins Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6469
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6469
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Jacobsville Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3801 Mountain Rd
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6460
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6460
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #88.
High Point Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7789 Edgewood Avenue
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6454
Pasadena, MD 21122
(410) 222-6454
Gr: PK-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Pasadena, MD?
The top ranked public preschools in Pasadena, MD include Bodkin Elementary School, Pasadena Elementary School and Fort Smallwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Pasadena?
8 public preschools are located in Pasadena.
What is the racial composition of students in Pasadena?
Pasadena public preschools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Maryland public preschools average of 71% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Pasadena are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Pasadena include: Bodkin Elementary School vs. Pasadena Elementary School, Riviera Beach Elementary School vs. Sunset Elementary School, Pasadena Elementary School vs. Bodkin Elementary School
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