Summary:
The 10 public schools in Annapolis, MD (zip code 21401), part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools district, serve a diverse range of students from elementary through high school, revealing a stark contrast in academic performance and socioeconomic conditions within a single geographic area.
West Annapolis Elementary stands out as the top performer, ranking in the 93rd percentile statewide with 84% proficiency in English Language Arts and a low 6.8% chronic absenteeism rate, while serving a student population with only 17.52% receiving free/reduced lunch. In contrast, Annapolis Elementary and Walter S. Mills - Parole Elementary face significant challenges, with free/reduced lunch rates above 82% and math proficiency rates below 18%. The alternative schools Phoenix Academy and Mary Moss at Adams Academy report the most alarming metrics, including 0% proficiency in core subjects and chronic absenteeism rates exceeding 84%, highlighting the need for intensive intervention. Rolling Knolls Elementary is a strong middle-ground performer, achieving a 3-star rating with math proficiency (38.5%) well above the district average.
A critical takeaway is the systemic crisis of chronic absenteeism, which averages 35% across the zip code—nearly double the district's 19.9%—and affects even traditional schools like Annapolis High (31.2%) and Monarch Academy Annapolis Elementary School (25.4%). Additionally, high per-student spending does not guarantee success; Annapolis Elementary spends $36,018 per student but ranks in the 16th percentile, while West Annapolis Elementary spends $20,791 and excels. Wiley H. Bates Middle is a bright spot, consistently earning 3 stars and achieving 71.8% proficiency in Algebra I, far exceeding the district's 26.3%. These insights underscore that while some schools thrive, the area as a whole struggles with deep educational inequities that require targeted support.
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