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Guidepost Montessori at Reston
Elementary School
11579 CEDAR CHASE RD, Herndon, VA 20170
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
3.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Guidepost Montessori at Reston
Elementary School in Herndon · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Guidepost Montessori at Reston
Guidepost Montessori at Reston is a private elementary school in Herndon, VA. Guidepost Montessori at Reston serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 3.4:1 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 17 students, Guidepost Montessori at Reston 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 3.4:1 students to teachers, Guidepost Montessori at Reston sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Guidepost Montessori at Reston 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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Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guidepost Montessori at Reston (this school) | — |
| Herndon Elementary | 2.6 |
| Dranesville Elementary | 5.5 |
| Clearview Elementary | 5.4 |
| Hutchison Elementary | 3.3 |
| McNair Elementary | 8.2 |
| Coates Elementary | 3.6 |
| Fox Mill Elementary | 8.2 |
| Floris Elementary | 6.8 |
| Crossfield Elementary | 8.2 |
| Oak Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
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
- 17 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Address
- 11579 CEDAR CHASE RD, Herndon, VA 20170
- Phone
- (703) 404-9733
- 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 VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
11579 CEDAR CHASE RD, Herndon, VA 20170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Guidepost Montessori at Reston may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Forestville Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). Another option is Aldrin Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Reston). Additionally, Lowes Island Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Sterling). For more schools in Herndon, see our Herndon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT RESTON Herndon | 0.0 mi | — |
| Forestville Elementary Great Falls | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Aldrin Elementary Reston | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Armstrong Elementary Reston | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| SIENA ACADEMY Great Falls | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Herndon High Herndon | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Forest Edge Elementary Reston | 2.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Lake Anne Elementary Reston | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Herndon | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF HERNDON Herndon | 2.0 mi | — |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF RESTON Reston | 2.5 mi | — |
| Herndon Elementary Herndon | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Dominion High Sterling | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
| W.O. Robey High Sterling | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Seneca Ridge Middle Sterling | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Dranesville Elementary Herndon | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Rolling Ridge Elementary Sterling | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| RESTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Reston | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Dominion Trail Elementary Ashburn | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lowes Island Elementary Sterling | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 20170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,875
Median Home Value
$625,600
Median Rent
$2,224/mo
Population
43,372
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
27.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Guidepost Montessori at Reston
What grades does Guidepost Montessori at Reston serve?
Guidepost Montessori at Reston serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Guidepost Montessori at Reston?
Guidepost Montessori at Reston has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Reston?
The student-teacher ratio at Guidepost Montessori at Reston is 3.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Guidepost Montessori at Reston a private school?
Yes, Guidepost Montessori at Reston 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 Reston a religious school?
No, Guidepost Montessori at Reston is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 17
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 192 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfax County
- Phone
- (703) 404-9733
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