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#594 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 33% of private schools
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason
Elementary School
3741 BUCHANAN ST, San Francisco, CA 94123
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#594 of 1,787
In San Francisco
#36 of 74
public schools
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Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason
Elementary School in San Francisco · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason is a private elementary school in San Francisco, CA. Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #594 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason 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 9.5:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason 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 Montessori at Fort Mason compares to 102 public schools serving similar grades in San Francisco, CA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason (this school) | 6.8 |
| Marina Middle | 8.1 |
| Tule Elk Park Children Center | 7.6 |
| Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary | 9.4 |
| Sherman Elementary | 5.3 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori | 8.8 |
| Yick Wo Elementary | 8.9 |
| The New School of San Francisco | 6.8 |
| Spring Valley Elementary | 5.5 |
| Cobb (William L.) Elementary | 6.8 |
| Francisco Middle | 8.3 |
| Redding Elementary | 4.7 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary | 8.4 |
| KIPP San Francisco Bay Academy | 7.0 |
| Garfield Elementary | 8.2 |
| Parks (Rosa) Elementary | 6.0 |
| Stockton (Commodore) Children Center | — |
| Lau (Gordon J.) Elementary | 8.8 |
| Creative Arts Charter | 3.9 |
| Chin (John Yehall) Elementary | 9.1 |
| Gateway Middle | 7.0 |
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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.
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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
3741 BUCHANAN ST, San Francisco, CA 94123
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is San Francisco Public Montessori (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Marina Middle San Francisco | 0.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Tule Elk Park Children Center San Francisco | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Lilienthal (Claire) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| CONVENT & STUART HALL SCHOOLS OF THE SACRED HEART San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| The Hamlin School San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| Sherman Elementary San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Convent & Stuart Hall, Schools of the Sacred Heart - San Francisco San Francisco | 0.7 mi | — |
| HAMLIN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| THE HAMLIN SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Galileo High San Francisco | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| San Francisco Public Montessori San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.8 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillwood Academic Day San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| HILLWOOD ACADEMIC DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Saint Brigid Academy San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THOUGHT AND INDUSTRY San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| TOWN SCHOOL FOR BOYS San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Town School for Boys San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| San Francisco Waldorf School San Francisco | 1.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$222,689
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$3,248/mo
Population
24,518
College Educated
85.6%
Homeownership
28.7%
Avg Commute
32.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
33.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason
What grades does Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason serve?
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason?
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason rank in CA?
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason ranks #594 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason's MySchoolScout rating?
Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason 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 Montessori at Fort Mason a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori at Fort Mason is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Phone
- (415) 429-2008
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