Excellent
#32 of 1,787 private schools in CA
Top 2% of private schools
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch
Elementary School
26462 TOWNE CENTRE DR, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
127
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
California private schools
#32 of 1,787
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Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch
Elementary School in Foothill Ranch · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch is a private elementary school in Foothill Ranch, CA. Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch serves approximately 127 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 127 students, Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch 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 7.9:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch 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 Foothill Ranch compares to the 1 public school in Foothill Ranch, CA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Foothill Ranch
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch (this school) | 8.4 |
| Foothill Ranch Elementary | 7.0 |
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.
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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
26462 TOWNE CENTRE DR, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Portola Springs Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Irvine), with a comparable rating. Another option is Portola Hills Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Trabuco Canyon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Foothill Ranch Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Foothill Ranch, see our Foothill Ranch schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Foothill Ranch Elementary Foothill Ranch | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Rahma Academy Lake Forest | 0.8 mi | — |
| Fulbright Montessori Academy Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | — |
| FULBRIGHT MONTESSORI ACADEMY Lake Forest | 1.1 mi | — |
| BELLA MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Lake Forest | 1.3 mi | — |
| HERITAGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest | 1.5 mi | — |
| Trabuco Hills High Mission Viejo | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Del Lago Elementary Mission Viejo | 2.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Lake Forest Elementary Lake Forest | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Portola Hills Elementary Trabuco Canyon | 2.1 mi | 7.4 |
| LAKE FOREST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lake Forest | 2.4 mi | — |
| Loma Ridge Elementary Irvine | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mission Viejo | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Rancho Canada Elementary Lake Forest | 2.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Portola Springs Elementary Irvine | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Solis Park Irvine | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HILLSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silverado | 2.6 mi | — |
| La Madera Elementary Lake Forest | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Portola High Irvine | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| El Toro High Lake Forest | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92610 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$181,188
Median Home Value
$939,000
Median Rent
$3,120/mo
Population
13,182
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
81.4%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Happy Valley Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 8.4 |
| Howell Mountain Elementary Angwin, CA | 8.4 |
| Mountain View San Diego, CA | 8.4 |
| Parker (Jean) Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.4 |
| Salinas City Virtual Academy Salinas, CA | 8.4 |
| BERKELEY ROSE WALDORF SCHOOL Berkeley, CA | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch
What grades does Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch serve?
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch?
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch has an enrollment of approximately 127 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch rank in CA?
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch ranks #32 of 1,787 private schools in CA.
What is Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch's MySchoolScout rating?
Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Foothill Ranch a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch 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 Foothill Ranch a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori Foothill Ranch is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 127
- Gender Split
- 36% M / 64% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Orange County
- Phone
- (949) 340-1695
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