Anne Arundel County Public Schools operates 121 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Anne Arundel County Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 83,000 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 121 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $14,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
- Crofton Woods Elementary — Grades K–5 · 742 students
- Rippling Woods Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 702 students
- Davidsonville Elementary — Grades K–5 · 689 students
- Nantucket Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 675 students
- Solley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 674 students
- Four Seasons Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 667 students
- High Point Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 665 students
- Cape St. Claire Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 660 students
- Broadneck Elementary — Grades K–5 · 652 students
- Jessup Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 646 students
- Folger Mckinsey Elementary — Grades K–5 · 644 students
- Monarch Academy Annapolis ES — Grades PK–5 · 634 students
- Oak Hill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 628 students
- Crofton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 621 students
- Marley Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 618 students
- Odenton Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 587 students
- Edgewater Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 577 students
- Southgate Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 573 students
- Central Elementary — Grades K–5 · 566 students
- Two Rivers Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 562 students
- Walter S. Mills - Parole Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 559 students
- Glen Burnie Park Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 555 students
- Ridgeway Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 551 students
- Waugh Chapel Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 549 students
- Quarterfield Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 544 students
- + 57 more elementary schools
- Severna Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,386 students
- Crofton Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,345 students
- Arundel Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,312 students
- Central Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,204 students
- Old Mill Middle South — Grades 6–8 · 1,173 students
- Chesapeake Bay Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,087 students
- MacArthur Middle — Grades 6–8 · 992 students
- Marley Middle — Grades 6–8 · 991 students
- Old Mill Middle North — Grades 6–8 · 958 students
- Northeast Middle — Grades 6–8 · 901 students
- Lindale Middle — Grades 6–8 · 884 students
- Annapolis Middle — Grades 6–8 · 790 students
- Brooklyn Park Middle — Grades 6–8 · 784 students
- Southern Middle — Grades 6–8 · 726 students
- Wiley H. Bates Middle — Grades 6–8 · 707 students
- Meade Middle — Grades 6–8 · 697 students
- Severn River Middle — Grades 6–8 · 675 students
- Magothy River Middle — Grades 6–8 · 655 students
- Corkran Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 553 students
- Glen Burnie High — Grades 9–12 · 2,226 students
- North County High — Grades 9–12 · 2,161 students
- Broadneck High — Grades 9–12 · 2,143 students
- Annapolis High — Grades 9–12 · 2,075 students
- Meade High — Grades 9–12 · 2,045 students
- Crofton High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,906 students
- Severna Park High — Grades 9–12 · 1,842 students
- Old Mill High — Grades 9–12 · 1,832 students
- Arundel High — Grades 9–12 · 1,778 students
- South River High — Grades 9–12 · 1,680 students
- Severn Run High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,608 students
- Chesapeake High — Grades 9–12 · 1,540 students
- Northeast High — Grades 9–12 · 1,387 students
- Southern High — Grades 9–12 · 1,080 students
- Anne Arundel Evening High — Grades 9–12 · 439 students
- Chesapeake Science Point — Grades PK–12 · 1,051 students
- Monarch Global Academy PCS Laurel Campus — Grades K–8 · 830 students
- Monarch Academy — Grades K–8 · 687 students
- AACPS Virtual Academy — Grades 3–12 · 384 students
- Ruth Parker Eason School — Grades PK–12 · 128 students
- Central Special School — Grades PK–12 · 109 students
- Marley Glen School — Grades PK–12 · 99 students
- Phoenix Academy — Grades 6–12 · 64 students
- Mary Moss at Adams Academy — Grades K–12 · 50 students
About Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Zip code 21401 in Annapolis, Maryland is served by Anne Arundel County Public Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Anne Arundel County Public Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Anne Arundel County Public Schools spends approximately $14,000 per student per year, placing it 15% below the Maryland state average of approximately $16,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 121 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Anne Arundel County Public Schools qualifies as a major metropolitan district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 83,000 students in total. Major metropolitan districts operate dozens to hundreds of schools across wide geographic areas. They often include magnet schools, gifted programs, dual-language academies, and career and technical education pathways not available in smaller systems. Within-district quality variation is significant: a school two miles from your address might be rated very differently from your assigned school.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
With a rating of 7/10 (above average), Anne Arundel County Public Schools ranks among Maryland’s above average-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Maryland is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Maryland. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 21401
Children in zip code 21401 are assigned to Anne Arundel County Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 21401, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Anne Arundel County Public Schools at (410)222-5000 or visit www.aacps.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Maryland districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Annapolis
For families considering a purchase in the Annapolis area, district assignment matters financially. Because Anne Arundel County Public Schools serves zip code 21401, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 21401 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Maryland, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Anne Arundel County Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 21401.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Anne Arundel County Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 21401 data.