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#56 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 12% of private schools

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands

Elementary School

42945 WAXPOOL RD, Ashburn, VA 20148

Private

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

6.3:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#56 of 457

In Ashburn

#3 of 6

public schools

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Guidepost Montesori Broadlands

7.8/10

Elementary School in Ashburn · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Guidepost Montessori at Broadlands

7.2/10

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9.0/10

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About Guidepost Montesori Broadlands

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands is a private elementary school in Ashburn, VA. Guidepost Montesori Broadlands serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidepost Montesori Broadlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.6 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Guidepost Montesori Broadlands 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 6.3:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montesori Broadlands sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands 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

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How Guidepost Montesori Broadlands compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Ashburn, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
This School
vs
13.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
44
This School
vs
744
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.8
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 50% vs 0%
White 31.8% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Guidepost Montesori Broadlands Ashburn Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Guidepost Montesori Broadlands (this school) 7.8
Hillside Elementary 8.3
Mill Run Elementary 9.3
Waxpool Elementary 9.2
Moorefield Station Elementary 7.9
Sanders Corner Elementary 7.5
Cedar Lane Elementary 8.3
Discovery Elementary 6.2
Legacy Elementary 8.9
Rosa Lee Carter Elementary 8.6
Rock Ridge High 9.1
Belmont Station Elementary 7.2
Madison's Trust Elementary 9.0
Creighton's Corner Elementary 8.5
Ashburn Elementary 8.4
Steuart W. Weller Elementary 7.5
Dominion Trail Elementary 5.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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 VA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,400
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 63%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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Enrollment 44
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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 VA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 50.0%
White 31.8%
Two or More 13.6%
Black 2.3%
Hispanic 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

42945 WAXPOOL RD, Ashburn, VA 20148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guidepost Montesori Broadlands may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mill Run Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waxpool Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Legacy Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashburn, see our Ashburn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Ashburn 0.0 mi 7.2
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Broadlands 0.0 mi 7.1
Eagle Ridge Middle Ashburn 0.1 mi 9.0
OPEN ARMS CHRISTIAN CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Ashburn 0.3 mi
Mill Run Elementary Ashburn 0.4 mi 9.3
Hillside Elementary Ashburn 0.4 mi 8.3
Waxpool Elementary Ashburn 0.6 mi 9.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ASHBURN AT BROADLANDS Broadlands 0.9 mi
Moorefield Station Elementary Ashburn 1.4 mi 7.9
Sanders Corner Elementary Ashburn 1.5 mi 7.5
NEXTIDE ACADEMY Ashburn 1.4 mi
Broad Run High Ashburn 1.5 mi 8.0
Briar Woods High Ashburn 1.8 mi 8.8
BEAN TREE LEARNING Ashburn 1.5 mi
Stone Bridge High Ashburn 2.3 mi 8.4
Cedar Lane Elementary Ashburn 2.1 mi 8.3
GOLDEN POND SCHOOL Ashburn 2.0 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Ashburn 2.6 mi
Legacy Elementary Ashburn 2.6 mi 8.9
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn 2.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$233,502

Median Home Value

$843,800

Median Rent

$2,647/mo

Population

63,615

College Educated

77%

Homeownership

79.8%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

37.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond, VA 7.7
ALBEMARLE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY Charlottesville, VA 8.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX Chantilly, VA 8.1
POTOMAC CRESCENT WALDORF SCHOOL Alexandria, VA 7.5
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT FAIRFAX Fairfax, VA 7.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn, VA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guidepost Montesori Broadlands

What grades does Guidepost Montesori Broadlands serve?

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Guidepost Montesori Broadlands?

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montesori Broadlands?

The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montesori Broadlands is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Guidepost Montesori Broadlands rank in VA?

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands ranks #56 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Guidepost Montesori Broadlands's MySchoolScout rating?

Guidepost Montesori Broadlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Guidepost Montesori Broadlands a private school?

Yes, Guidepost Montesori Broadlands 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 Montesori Broadlands a religious school?

No, Guidepost Montesori Broadlands is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
44
Gender Split
52% M / 48% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
200 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County

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