Serving 685 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Monarch Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 68% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Monarch Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Monarch Academy's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Motto
Our mission is to prepare students for citizenship by developing critical thinking skills, creative problem solving skills, self discipline, and a commitment of service to others in the community in which they live.
School Rankings
Monarch Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monarch Academy is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#742 out of 1338 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
42%
33%
White
36%
32%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monarch Academy's ranking?
Monarch Academy is ranked #742 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Monarch Academy often compared to?
Monarch Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lindale Middle School, Chesapeake Science Point by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Monarch Academy?
685 students attend Monarch Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Monarch Academy students are Black, 36% of students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monarch Academy?
Monarch Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Monarch Academy offer ?
Monarch Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monarch Academy part of?
Monarch Academy is part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
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