Phoenix Academy

1411 Cedar Park Road
Annapolis, MD 21401
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Bottom 50%
Serving 216 students in grades 2-12, Phoenix Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 216 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : 60-69% (Btm 50% in MD)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Phoenix Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

Phoenix Academy's student population of 216 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

Phoenix Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,347 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Academy is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MD)
#1280 out of 1347 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
25%
6-9%
45%
≤5%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
51%
33%
White
30%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
60-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phoenix Academy's ranking?
Phoenix Academy is ranked #1280 out of 1,347 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% MD state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Academy?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 86%.
How many students attend Phoenix Academy?
216 students attend Phoenix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Phoenix Academy students are Black, 30% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phoenix Academy?
Phoenix Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phoenix Academy offer ?
Phoenix Academy offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phoenix Academy part of?
Phoenix Academy is part of Anne Arundel County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Special education school
  • Grades: 2-12
  • Enrollment: 216 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 70%
  • : 60-69% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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