Monarch Academy Annapolis ES

2000 Capital Drive
Annapolis, MD 21401

634 Students

Elementary School Pre-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.

634

Total Students

54.5

Full-Time Teachers

11.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

73.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Monarch Academy Annapolis ES
Demographic	Student Count
White	45
Hispanic	250
Black	301
Asian	2
Two or More	35
American Indian	1

Black
301 (47.5%)
Hispanic
250 (39.4%)
White
45 (7.1%)
Two or More
35 (5.5%)
Asian
2 (0.3%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

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:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	634
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	54.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.6
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

Pre-Kindergarten 119

Kindergarten 102

Grade 1 81

Grade 2 89

Grade 3 87

Grade 4 81

Grade 5 75

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Monarch Academy Annapolis ES
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	119
Kindergarten	102
Grade 1	81
Grade 2	89
Grade 3	87
Grade 4	81
Grade 5	75

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Monarch Academy Annapolis ES
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	343	54.1%
Male	291	45.9%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)