MONARCH ACADEMY

Monarch Academy is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Anne Arundel County Public Schools school district, located in Glen Burnie, MD with about 679 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 46 teachers, Monarch Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Monarch Academy, located on Baymeadow Drive in Glen Burnie, Maryland, is a public charter school that operates under the authorization of Anne Arundel County Public Schools. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to a holistic educational approach, utilizing the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme. This framework focuses on fostering inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to become critical thinkers who are engaged both in their local community and the global environment.

Beyond its rigorous academic standards, Monarch Academy is known for its inclusive environment and its emphasis on "whole-child" development. The school integrates the arts and project-based learning into its daily curriculum, aiming to nurture student creativity and social-emotional growth alongside traditional academic subjects. By creating a collaborative culture between staff, students, and families, the academy strives to prepare its diverse student body for long-term academic success and responsible citizenship.

For more information, contact Monarch Academy at (410) 760-2072 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.