West Annapolis Elementary School

505 Melvin Avenue

School District

Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Grade

K-5
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:11
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by parent on October 05, 2024

I agree with another review that states the staff and teachers are snobby. You would never think that staff at such a small school in a small community would be so cold and standoffish and yet they are. The principal is awkwardly cold despite her best efforts to be “fun.”
Submitted by parent on February 21, 2018

I had two children who attended West Annapolis Elementary and thrived. It's a throwback to small community schools and is a true gem.
Submitted by student on April 17, 2017

The teachers at west Annapolis are phenomenal! The learning environment is spectacular and fun for all students. I would recommend West Annapolis to everyone!
Submitted by parent on January 12, 2016

My child went to this school for Kindergarten. I just really loved this school. She learned a lot there for 3 month.A Lot! And a safety for kids are high there too. I liked how everything was organized.As we moved she had to change the school. I am planning to move to that area again that she can go to that school again.
Submitted by parent on September 15, 2014

My daughter went to West Annapolis from K-5th grade. I was a young mom, & could have used some guidance, but the parents, teachers and administration were snobby & unapproachable. Since my daughter didn't go to daycare, she missed a lot of school her 1st yr, b/c she caught everything. Her teacher & the staff were not understanding, they would speak to me like a child, & "scold" me for her absence. When my daughter didn't learn her X tables, it didn't matter, they just moved on, no extra help was provided or offered. When the section was done, she had to sit in another classroom, while the kids who did learn them had an ice cream party. I tried to get involved, but it's hard to interact with people who already formed a negative opinion about you. If I did that in my job, if I treated patients like idiots or scolded them b/c they didn't know why they were sick, I would get fired. We are back on the shore now, & she is so much happier. She is an honor role student, has a good group of friends, and is the president of her 4-H club. If your child isn't thriving - change their environment. I wish I would have moved us back 1/2 through her 1st year at West Annapolis.
Submitted by parent on August 28, 2011

My son attended WAES 2010-2011. I am an active duty service member that was stationed at the USNA. I absolutely loved the school. The school is very sensitive to the needs of active duty children. My son made wonderful friends. He thrived in the school. The principal was very visible and information was always well-communicated. His teacher was open and honest about my son and I appreciated it. They foster a kind environment that is very welcoming.