Serving 234 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 12:1 is lower than the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Annapolis Elementary serves the eastern part of Annapolis, MD, encompassing an area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Annapolis Elementary School's student population of 234 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 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 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 1338 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
3%
32%
White
68%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
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?
234 students attend West Annapolis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of West Annapolis Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Annapolis Elementary School?
West Annapolis Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, 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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