West Annapolis Elementary School

505 Melvin Avenue
Annapolis, MD 21401
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Annapolis Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 240 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 10% in MD
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Annapolis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:

School Overview

West Annapolis Elementary School's student population of 240 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
BELONG.....GROW....SUCCEED

School Rankings

West Annapolis Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Annapolis Elementary School is 0.54, 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)
#106 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
55-59%
27%
70-74%
45%
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
8%
33%
White
65%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Annapolis Elementary School's ranking?
West Annapolis Elementary School is ranked #106 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are West Annapolis Elementary School often compared to?
West Annapolis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Germantown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend West Annapolis Elementary School?
240 students attend West Annapolis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of West Annapolis Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Annapolis Elementary School?
West Annapolis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Annapolis Elementary School offer ?
West Annapolis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Annapolis Elementary School part of?
West Annapolis Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 240 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 10%)
  • : 50-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education

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