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West Annapolis Elementary School

505 MELVIN AVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401

Top 10% School in Maryland

Ranked 17 of 143 in Maryland

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About West Annapolis Elementary School

West Annapolis Elementary School is a public K–5 school in the Anne Arundel County Public Schools district in Annapolis, Maryland. It has about 240 students and a student–teacher ratio of about 13:1. There are 64.6% White, 19.2% Hispanic, and 7.9% African-American students. About 72% of students are good at reading and English language arts (ELA), and about 57% are good at math. This puts the school ahead of 92% of Maryland elementary schools. West Annapolis Elementary is one of the best elementary schools in Maryland. It has a lot of technology, modern facilities, and a lot of community involvement. It also has a good balance of academics, enrichment, and environmental awareness.

West Annapolis Elementary School Contact Information

Address

505 MELVIN AVE, ANNAPOLIS, MD 21401

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Phone

(410) 222-1635

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 57%
Reading 72%
State average proficiency is 57% in Math and 72% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
240
Total Students
$82531
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 17 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at West Annapolis Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00am - 2:25pm

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 59.2%
Asian 1.7%
Hispanic 20.2%
Black 10.3%
Two+ Races 8.2%
Native Am. 0%
White
59.2%
Asian
1.7%
Hispanic
20.2%
Black
10.3%
Two+ Races
8.2%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 240
50.2%
120 Female
49.8%
120 Male

Student Population

240 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

222 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The school has announced its Back-to-School Night will be held on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 6:30 PM, offering families an opportunity to meet teachers, view classrooms, and learn about the year ahead.

FAQ

Q1: What kinds of technology do students have access to?

Ans. The school has computers, tablets, interactive whiteboards, and other digital learning tools in the classroom to help with teaching.

Q2: Is there a program for gifted and talented students at the school?

Ans.Yes, students who qualify can take part in enrichment programs that teach advanced academic skills and how to think critically.

Q3: How does the school teach reading and math?

Ans.West Annapolis Elementary focuses on differentiated instruction, small group support, and evidence-based teaching methods to help students get better at reading and math.

Q4. Do schools give out awards or recognition?

Ans.The school has been recognized for its commitment to academic achievement, community engagement, and inclusive practices.

Q5. What does the school do to help with social-emotional learning (SEL)?

Ans. The school uses SEL programs, counseling services, and activities in the classroom to help students learn about themselves, feel for others, and build good relationships.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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