Very Good
#253 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 14% of private schools
Guidepost at Las Flores
Elementary School
25261 PASEO DE ALICIA, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Enrollment
42
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – TK
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#253 of 1,787
In Laguna Hills
#1 of 3
public schools
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Guidepost at Las Flores
Elementary School in Laguna Hills · grades Pre-K – TK. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guidepost at Las Flores
Guidepost at Las Flores is a private elementary school in Laguna Hills, CA. Guidepost at Las Flores serves approximately 42 students, and covers grades Pre-K-TK, and has a 2.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidepost at Las Flores has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #253 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 42 students, Guidepost at Las Flores is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 2.2:1 students to teachers, Guidepost at Las Flores sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost at Las Flores is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Guidepost at Las Flores compares to the 4 public schools in Laguna Hills, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Laguna Hills
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost at Las Flores (this school) | 7.5 |
| Lomarena Elementary | 6.7 |
| Valencia Elementary | 7.2 |
| Laguna Hills High | 7.1 |
| San Joaquin Elementary | 6.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
25261 PASEO DE ALICIA, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost at Las Flores may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Del Cerro Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Mission Viejo), with a very similar rating. Another option is Valencia Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lomarena Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Laguna Hills, see our Laguna Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT ALICIA Laguna Hills | 0.0 mi | — |
| FUSION ALISA VIEJO Aliso Viejo | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lomarena Elementary Laguna Hills | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| La Tierra Early Childhood Center Mission Viejo | 0.7 mi | — |
| Del Cerro Elementary Mission Viejo | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Valencia Elementary Laguna Hills | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Wolf valley of the arts Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| SVUSD Virtual Academy (Alternative) Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Los Alisos Intermediate Mission Viejo | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Robert H. Lange Preschool Mission Viejo | 0.9 mi | — |
| Laguna Hills High Laguna Hills | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Ralph A. Gates DLI Magnet Elementary Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Mission Viejo High Mission Viejo | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| MISSION VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Silverado High Mission Viejo | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| APPLETREE MONTESSORI Mission Viejo | 1.4 mi | — |
| La Paz Intermediate Mission Viejo | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Esperanza Education Center Mission Viejo | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Sonrisa School Mission Viejo | 1.3 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,623
Median Home Value
$978,400
Median Rent
$2,637/mo
Population
29,596
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
70.5%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.4
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|---|---|
| Eel River Charter Covelo, CA | 7.5 |
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| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF PALM SPRINGS Palm Springs, CA | 7.5 |
| ST MARY'S MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rancho Cucamonga, CA | 7.5 |
| CENTENNIAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL San Mateo, CA | 7.4 |
| FEATHER RIVER ADVENTIST SCHOOL Oroville, CA | 7.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost at Las Flores
What grades does Guidepost at Las Flores serve?
Guidepost at Las Flores serves students in grades Pre-K through TK.
How many students attend Guidepost at Las Flores?
Guidepost at Las Flores has an enrollment of approximately 42 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost at Las Flores?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost at Las Flores is 2.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guidepost at Las Flores rank in CA?
Guidepost at Las Flores ranks #253 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Guidepost at Las Flores's MySchoolScout rating?
Guidepost at Las Flores has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Guidepost at Las Flores a private school?
Yes, Guidepost at Las Flores is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Guidepost at Las Flores a religious school?
No, Guidepost at Las Flores is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – TK
- Enrollment
- 42
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 200 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 339-2010
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