Very Good
#60 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 15% of private schools
Guidepost Montessori School
Elementary School
4755 PROSPERITY CHURCH RD, Charlotte, NC 28269
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#60 of 404
In Charlotte
#11 of 39
public schools
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Guidepost Montessori School
Elementary School in Charlotte · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guidepost Montessori School
Guidepost Montessori School is a private elementary school in Charlotte, NC. Guidepost Montessori School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidepost Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NC avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Guidepost Montessori School 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost Montessori School 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 School compares to 129 public schools serving similar grades in Charlotte, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Corvian Community School | 5.9 |
| Mallard Creek STEM Academy | 7.8 |
| Parkside Elementary | 9.1 |
| Croft Community School | 6.2 |
| Highland Creek Elementary | 6.2 |
| Mallard Creek Elementary | 6.3 |
| David Cox Road Elementary | 4.3 |
| Pioneer Springs Community School | 5.7 |
| TMSA Charlotte | 4.3 |
| Stoney Creek Elementary | 3.6 |
| Bradford Preparatory School | 7.4 |
| Char Eng Early College-UNCC | 8.1 |
| Charlotte Teacher Early College | 5.1 |
| Gov's Village STEM (Lower) | 6.2 |
| Gov's Village STEM (Upper) | 3.5 |
| Winding Springs Elementary | 5.3 |
| University Meadows Elementary | 3.3 |
| Hornets Nest Elementary | 3.2 |
| United Community School | 7.5 |
| Newell Elementary | 3.3 |
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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 NC.
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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 NC
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
4755 PROSPERITY CHURCH RD, Charlotte, NC 28269
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. North Academy of World Languages (rated 9.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Huntersville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Parkside Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cox Mill Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Concord), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charlotte, see our Charlotte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Corvian Community School Charlotte | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Mallard Creek High School Charlotte | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Mallard Creek STEM Academy Charlotte | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Parkside Elementary Charlotte | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Croft Community School Charlotte | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Ridge Road Middle Charlotte | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Highland Creek Elementary Charlotte | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Mallard Creek Elementary Charlotte | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Bonnie Cone Classical Academy Huntersville | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| David Cox Road Elementary Charlotte | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| TMSA Charlotte Charlotte | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Pioneer Springs Community School Charlotte | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| North Mecklenburg High School Huntersville | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| North Academy of World Languages Huntersville | 3.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Blythe Elementary Huntersville | 3.1 mi | 6.5 |
| J. M. Alexander Middle Huntersville | 3.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Stoney Creek Elementary Charlotte | 3.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Lake Norman Charter Huntersville | 3.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Cox Mill Elementary Concord | 3.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Julius L. Chambers High School Charlotte | 4.2 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 28269 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,063
Median Home Value
$300,300
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
80,396
College Educated
45.7%
Homeownership
62.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
8.8%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Special Children's School Winston-Salem, NC | 7.2 |
| NORTH KANNAPOLIS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kannapolis, NC | 7.1 |
| ASHEVILLE ACADEMY Black Mountain, NC | 6.9 |
| TRINITY OF FAIRVIEW ACADEMY Fletcher, NC | 6.8 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wallace, NC | 6.5 |
| ABC OF NC CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Winston-Salem, NC | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori School
What grades does Guidepost Montessori School serve?
Guidepost Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori School?
Guidepost Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori School is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guidepost Montessori School rank in NC?
Guidepost Montessori School ranks #60 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is Guidepost Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Guidepost Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 School a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori School 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 School a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Mecklenburg County
- Phone
- (704) 503-6000
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