Very Good
#115 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 25% of private schools
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly
Elementary School
4550 WALNEY RD, Chantilly, VA 20151
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
62
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#115 of 457
In Chantilly
#2 of 6
public schools
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Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly
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About Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly is a private elementary school in Chantilly, VA. Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly serves approximately 62 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #115 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 62 students, Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly 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 8.9:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly 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 Chantilly compares to the 7 public schools in Chantilly, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Chantilly
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly (this school) | 7.2 |
| Brookfield Elementary | 3.3 |
| Rocky Run Middle | 8.5 |
| Poplar Tree Elementary | 9.2 |
| Chantilly High | 8.5 |
| Westfield High | 6.8 |
| Franklin Middle | 7.5 |
| J. Michael Lunsford Middle | 8.2 |
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 VA.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
4550 WALNEY RD, Chantilly, VA 20151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poplar Tree Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Greenbriar West Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Fairfax), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Chantilly, see our Chantilly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly | 0.4 mi | — |
| BEANTREE LEARNING - CHANTILLY Chantilly | 0.8 mi | — |
| ST TIMOTHY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Chantilly | 0.8 mi | — |
| Brookfield Elementary Chantilly | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Rocky Run Middle Chantilly | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Poplar Tree Elementary Chantilly | 1.5 mi | 9.2 |
| Cub Run Elementary Centreville | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Lees Corner Elementary Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Stone Middle Centreville | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Chantilly High Chantilly | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Westfield High Chantilly | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Greenbriar West Elementary Fairfax | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF FAIRFAX Chantilly | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ST VERONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chantilly | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Franklin Middle Chantilly | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| THE AUBURN SCHOOL Chantilly | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CHANTILLY Chantilly | 2.5 mi | — |
| Mountain View High Centreville | 2.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Greenbriar East Elementary Fairfax | 2.3 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$143,422
Median Home Value
$647,400
Median Rent
$2,245/mo
Population
22,502
College Educated
57.2%
Homeownership
79.5%
Avg Commute
29.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Ashburn, VA | 7.2 |
| BLUE RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lynchburg, VA | 7.3 |
| CENTRAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF VIRGINIA Richmond, VA | 7.3 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT BELMONT GREENE Ashburn, VA | 7.3 |
| GRACE EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Alexandria, VA | 7.1 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT BROADLANDS Broadlands, VA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly
What grades does Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly serve?
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly?
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly has an enrollment of approximately 62 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly rank in VA?
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly ranks #115 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly's MySchoolScout rating?
Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 at Chantilly a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly 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 Chantilly a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori at Chantilly is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 62
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (571) 321-0364
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