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Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile
School
226 E ILLINOIS ST, Chicago, IL 60611
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
18
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile
Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile is a private school in Chicago, IL 60611. The school serves approximately 18 students in grades Pre-K – Pre-K with a student-teacher ratio of 3.6:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $124,621, where 88% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 18 students, Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 3.6:1, Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
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Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile (this school) | — |
| Ogden Elem School | 4.0 |
| Salazar Elem Bilingual Center | 6.0 |
| Manierre Elem School | 6.3 |
| Skinner Elem School | 7.2 |
| South Loop Elem School | 8.1 |
| Newberry Elem Math & Science Acad | 6.1 |
| Otis Elem School | 7.4 |
| Smyth J Elem School | 7.2 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center | — |
| Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr | 5.4 |
| Brown W Elem School | 7.5 |
| Talcott Elem School | 6.5 |
| National Teachers Elem Academy | 8.3 |
| Jungman Elem School | 6.1 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch | 7.2 |
| Mayer Elem School | 6.7 |
| Walsh Elem School | 5.5 |
| Alcott Elem School | 4.3 |
| Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl | 5.0 |
| Haines Elem School | 6.1 |
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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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 18 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Address
- 226 E ILLINOIS ST, Chicago, IL 60611
- Phone
- (312) 796-9400
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
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We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in IL aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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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
226 E ILLINOIS ST, Chicago, IL 60611
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile may also want to explore other schools in the area. GEMS WORLD ACADEMY CHICAGO (rated 9.1/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, THE LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away). For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GEMS WORLD ACADEMY CHICAGO Chicago | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| YCCS-Innovations of Arts Integr Chicago | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Noble St Chtr-Muchin College Prep Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| GCE LAB SCHOOL Chicago | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Ogden Elem School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Intrinsic 2 Charter High School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Salazar Elem Bilingual Center Chicago | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GOLD COAST PREP (FORMERLY CHICAGO GRAMMAR SCHOOL) Chicago | 0.9 mi | — |
| Payton College Preparatory HS Chicago | 1.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Jones College Prep High School Chicago | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Chicago | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO LOWER Chicago | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center Chicago | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SOUTH LOOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| THE LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO Chicago | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO UPPER Chicago | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| CATHERINE COOK SCHOOL Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| LINCOLN PARK PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Chicago | 1.4 mi | — |
| Manierre Elem School Chicago | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,621
Median Home Value
$608,200
Median Rent
$2,416/mo
Population
36,036
College Educated
88.1%
Homeownership
43.4%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
38.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile has a median household income of $124,621. It is a well-educated community where 88% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $608,200, with a median rent of $2,416/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile
What grades does Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile serve?
Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile?
Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile has an enrollment of approximately 18 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile 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 Magnificent Mile a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori at Magnificent Mile is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (4,030/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Chicago). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 18
- Gender Split
- 33% M / 67% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 230 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- COOK
- Phone
- (312) 796-9400
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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