Monarch Academy Annapolis ES

2000 Capital Drive
Annapolis, MD 21401

585 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Monarch Academy Annapolis is a public charter elementary school serving students in Annapolis, Maryland. Operating under the umbrella of the Children’s Guild, the school is well-known for its commitment to the "Transformation Education" (TranZed) philosophy. This approach prioritizes social-emotional learning, trauma-informed care, and character development alongside rigorous academics, aiming to create a supportive environment where students feel safe, valued, and empowered to succeed both in the classroom and in their personal lives.

The school is particularly recognized for its integrated arts programming and project-based learning initiatives, which encourage students to think critically and express their creativity. By emphasizing a holistic educational experience, Monarch Academy seeks to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped with the problem-solving skills necessary for middle school and beyond. Located on Capital Drive, the school serves as a distinct alternative within the local public school landscape, focusing on fostering a strong sense of community and inclusion for its diverse student body.

585

Total Students

58.8

Full-Time Teachers

9.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

80.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Monarch Academy Annapolis ES
Demographic	Student Count
White	74
Hispanic	157
Black	305
Asian	10
Two or More	36
American Indian	3

Black
305 (52.1 %)
Hispanic
157 (26.8 %)
White
74 (12.6 %)
Two or More
36 (6.2 %)
Asian
10 (1.7 %)
American Indian
3 (0.5 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Phone:	(410)934-1444
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	585
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	58.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	387
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	81

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 91

Grade 1 81

Grade 2 92

Grade 3 96

Grade 4 111

Grade 5 114

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Monarch Academy Annapolis ES
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	91
Grade 1	81
Grade 2	92
Grade 3	96
Grade 4	111
Grade 5	114

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Monarch Academy Annapolis ES
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	305	52.1%
Male	280	47.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)