Annapolis High School

2700 Riva Road

School District

Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:15
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by student on July 13, 2024

Annapolis high school is a great place to go to school, the teachers are awesome, the programs that we have in clubs are super inclusive. The classes are diverse and the individuals you may have plenty of stories and plenty of things to learn from your class, is a better school than people make it out to be you should try your hardest Annapolis because it's a great place to learn and grow.
Submitted by parent on March 18, 2024

One semester was enough for my freshman. Constant fighting. threats. commonplace classroom disruption coupled with zombie-like teachers and an indifferent principal made for a thoroughly terrifying experience.
Submitted by parent on March 10, 2021

Annapolis High School has been a wonderful experience for our family. The principal is one of the most communicative and positive administrators we have ever met. We love waking up to his "Good Morning Panthers" during this year of virtual learning. We have had overwhelmingly positive experiences with the teachers. They are communicative and helpful and genuinely appreciate our kids. The classes are challenging. The clubs are well run and engaging. The counselors are helpful and compassionate. Our kids have never had too much homework for the level of classes they were taking (with the one exception of AP US History but that is the same everywhere). We love the diverse student body and the opportunity to learn from others who are different. We appreciate all of the work the passionate PTSA to support our school and other volunteers who have put in so much effort to lift up and help those who need it. We appreciate the opportunity to be part of the Panther Family.
Submitted by parent on February 23, 2021

As a parent, it is so incredibly frustrating to hear several teachers say during parent teacher conferences that they have to "teach to the lowest common denominator". The bar is set so low, yet students - of all races, even white - are still not proficient in math and English. Way too much time/energy is devoted to so-called social justice messaging and not focusing on the basics. They let kids re-take quizzes and tests multiple times. That doesn't happen in college. They are setting up false expectations for life beyond high school. The best way to create a better life for all races of students in this school is to improve the academics but zero effort is put into that. Schools counselors are no help. They seem to have given up as they know the system is broken. School leadership just tows the county messaging. Nothing will ever improve at this school until they focus on raising the bar. The lip service they pay to so-called tutoring or after-class help sessions is just that, lip service. Now with the school shutdown for nearly a year and refusal to return to school, kids are even further behind. A travesty.
Submitted by parent on June 05, 2020

We have had a wonderful experience at Annapolis High School. I value the administration, teachers, and staff and the positivity they display while challenging our students. We embrace the diversity at Annapolis. I appreciate the varied backgrounds, cultures, and experiences shared by AHS students.
Submitted by teacher on June 05, 2020

As a teacher who has worked in three school districts, I have never felt the level of support and positivity that I do at Annapolis High School. Parents and administrators alike make sure to let us know that we are valued, and it allows us to be better for our students. When moral is high for teachers, everyone feels it--especially our students. I am beyond proud to be a Panther.
Submitted by parent on April 16, 2019

My son has had an excellent freshman year. He is able to reach out to his teachers after school hours with questions on assignments. He loves being at AHS.
Submitted by parent on April 03, 2019

My kids say they would rather be at Annapolis High than any other private or public school in AA County. Its diversity is a big strength, you can be who you are, without one generic "type" that dominates in homogeneous schools, and teaching kids how to get along with all sorts of people from different backgrounds. Colleges and employers are looking for this, and Annapolis High gives that advantage. With the range of magnet programs and specialties, there are plenty of rigorous courses available, as well as sports, theater and arts, nationally ranked Naval JROTC, Center for Applied Tech classes nearby, International Baccalaureate, AP and Honors classes. AHS had the state winning Mock Trial Team, huge # of Future Biz Leader students going to Nationals, Model UN, Dance teams, etc. It's "Panther Hour" structure allows for making up missed assignments when sick or away, getting remediation help, or club meetings during the day w/o having to stay after and need transportation. Every AA Co public school has some structural limitations in funding and organization, but AHS is one of the better choices for your student and family.
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2019

Annapolis High provides amazing opportunities for motivated students. The teachers at this school have inspired my son to become passionate about a variety of disciplines... from history to physics to music, and so on. The AHS teachers have been fantastic and give generously of their time by running the extracurricular programs that mean so much to my son. I love that he is taking challenging AP and IB classes, but most of all I love that AHS is helping him explore his talents, building great friendships and discovering what he wants to become!
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2019

I had 2 daughters attend AHS (classes of 2015 and 2017) and feel very lucky they attended AHS. The teachers and school leadership are hands-on and passionate about the kids, the diversity is very balanced, and the fellow IB and PVA students were outstanding peers.
Submitted by parent on March 31, 2019

Excellent programs (IB, PVA, etc) with something for all types of students.
Submitted by student on November 17, 2017

Poor. At no point did I feel like I was learning in a way that would help me in college. I actually started attending aacc early in order to learn and stay on track.
Submitted by other on November 16, 2016

It's my first year and I love it! The PVA program is great. Yes, there are fights ,but if you hang out with good people you'll be fine. Just walk away from fights. I have so much homework. I disagree with the parent who said they don't give any homework. The teachers are okay. I don't see why the school has such a bad reputation.
Submitted by parent on November 13, 2015

If your teen does not need special education services, can deal with fights, the bad behavior, enroll in the IB, Advanced Placement, PVA or better tech programs, it may be OK. If your child needs special education services, WATCH OUT. Staff members who know my autistic child warned me away. Unfortunately, we could not find a way to avoid placing my son at this school. Special education here is AWFUL. Your kid will be mainstreamed into "co-taught" classes where his/her education is an after thought. Kid having trouble? Don't count on much help from "co-taught" class teachers. If they get "busy" they will simply excuse your LD child from having to complete a project, and give him an A or B. Your child will soon learn that work done by special ed students does not matter to his teacher. SAD. In other co-taught classes, your kid will be staring out the window while the teachers concentrate on the "normal kids," or try to control the others who spend the period acting out. If your teen is well behaved, his rude, cursing classmates will intimidate and frustrate him. You will probably never see your kid bring home a text book, or homework in most classes, and you will wonder what that report card full of As and Bs was all about. If your child needs special technology, FORGET having it available early in the year. MONTHS will go by. Your kid will be left primarily in the hands of untrained , uncertified "aides" who are only required to have a GED or HS diploma. If you ask questions, or challenge how the IEP is being implemented, most of these "special educators" get defensive and start telling you about their qualifications to avoid giving you answers. When a few concerned faculty members warn you away in private, you know you are in the wrong place.
Submitted by other on April 24, 2015

I graduated Annapolis High School ten years ago. I took either honors classes or AP classes and it was an awesome experience. I learned a tremendous amount from the teachers the Math and Spanish departments really stood out. My friends are shocked when I say I learned Spanish just through high school they say well I took Spanish in high school too, how did you learn so much? It is a testament to the school s awesome Spanish teachers at the time. Math was great, I was well prepared entering UMD with what I learned at Annapolis. Annapolis High boasts an IB program which is as intense a program as there is for USA High School academics. My sister went through the program and with her extremely hard work and dedication to education ended up getting enough money in scholarships to pay for her entire schooling. If you work hard and apply yourself here then great things can come to you. On top of the excellent education students can get when they apply themselves, the diversity at Annapolis High is great and showed me the real world . In life you deal with people of all different backgrounds and Annapolis gives you this. I hope to send my kids to this school one day.
Submitted by student on February 09, 2015

This school literally sucks. I moved from a school that teachers care about you and going to school was fun, NOT HERE. In any school students are what make a school, everyday there are atleast 3-5 fights a day, teachers dont care, principal could care less. Its ridiculous!! The ratings should be a -10 out of 10. Dont go here, dont put your kid here, if you do, you have made the BIGGEST mistake of your life.
Submitted by parent on April 01, 2014

I Love Annapolis Senior High. The staff is amazing, caring and by far the best teachers my children have ever had. The administration is caring and on top of it all. The IB Program and the PV Magnet make this school extra special but the entire high school is great. I think that the diversity of the community is one of its major strengths. So happy to be a part of this community, my child is triving!
Submitted by student on August 06, 2013

I am currently enrolled in the PVA magnet at Annapolis High and I love it there! I encourage incoming 9th graders who love fine arts to join our sophisticated facility!
Submitted by parent on March 12, 2013

My ninth grader is loving AHS. His teachers are very committed and caring, he is challenged academically, and he has plenty of opportunities for clubs, athletics, and other activities. The school holds regular after-school drop in meetings that provide an opportunity for 9th grade parents to touch-base with teachers. The active PTA keeps parents aware of important dates and results of games and student successes. AHS is a great place with excellent staff.
Submitted by parent on February 19, 2013

My daughter came to AHS after being in private school from K-8 and we were a little nervous about the transition. She has had a great experience here and loves her school. She loves the diversity of kids, caring teachers and opportunities to participate in a multitude of programs. The staff has a lot on their plate working with such a diverse population but they seem to always strive to provide the additional services needed by some of our kids. We love AHS and try to spread the word to anyone who asks.