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Guidepost Montessori at West Loop
Elementary School
1000 W WASHINGTON BLVD, Chicago, IL 60607
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Guidepost Montessori at West Loop
Elementary School in Chicago · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guidepost Montessori at West Loop
Guidepost Montessori at West Loop is a private elementary school in Chicago, IL. Guidepost Montessori at West Loop serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, Guidepost Montessori at West Loop 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montessori at West Loop sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost Montessori at West Loop 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 West Loop compares to 469 public schools serving similar grades in Chicago, IL
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori at West Loop (this school) | — |
| Chicago World Language Academy | 5.8 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center | — |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd | 7.9 |
| Otis Elem School | 4.3 |
| Brown W Elem School | 5.6 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem | 9.2 |
| Smyth J Elem School | 5.6 |
| Suder Montessori Elem Magnet Schl | 3.0 |
| Talcott Elem School | 5.0 |
| Dett Elem School | 3.0 |
| Skinner North Elem Sch | 9.3 |
| Salazar Elem Bilingual Center | 4.8 |
| South Loop Elem School | 6.6 |
| Mitchell Elem School | 8.4 |
| Ogden Elem School | 3.4 |
| Skinner Elem School | 8.7 |
| Jungman Elem School | 7.5 |
| LaSalle II Lang Acad Elem Sch | 8.8 |
| Irving Elem School | 3.4 |
| Pilsen Elem Community Academy | 4.9 |
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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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Address
- 1000 W WASHINGTON BLVD, Chicago, IL 60607
- Phone
- (312) 883-4090
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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 score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1000 W WASHINGTON BLVD, Chicago, IL 60607
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori at West Loop may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. STEM Magnet Academy Elem (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away). Another option is INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.4 miles away). Additionally, Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away). For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INTERCULTURAL MONTESSORI LANGUAGE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BENNETT DAY SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CHICAGO Chicago | 0.4 mi | 7.7 |
| FRANCES XAVIER WARDE SCHOOL Chicago | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Chicago World Language Academy Chicago | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Ogden Int High School Chicago | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Young Magnet High School Chicago | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Galileo Elem Math & Sci Schol Acd Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep Chicago | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Otis Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Rudolph Elem Learning Center Chicago | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE PREP Chicago | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| ESPERANZA THERAPEUTIC SCHOOL Chicago | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Smyth J Elem School Chicago | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Brown W Elem School Chicago | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| STEM Magnet Academy Elem Chicago | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus Chicago | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60607 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,307
Median Home Value
$494,300
Median Rent
$2,333/mo
Population
30,197
College Educated
80.9%
Homeownership
41.6%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
31
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori at West Loop
What grades does Guidepost Montessori at West Loop serve?
Guidepost Montessori at West Loop serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori at West Loop?
Guidepost Montessori at West Loop has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at West Loop?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at West Loop is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Guidepost Montessori at West Loop a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori at West Loop 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 West Loop a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori at West Loop is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 29
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 240 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (312) 883-4090
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