La Mariposa Montessori in Santa Fe, NM, enrolls 98 students from pre–kindergarten through 6th grade in a rural community setting.
The school has a student–teacher ratio of 10:1 with 10 total teachers serving a co–ed Montessori program.
Yearly tuition is $16,369, slightly above the local average for elementary private schools in Santa Fe.
Approximately 33% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the enrollment.
Admissions are conducted on a rolling basis, and the campus covers 55 acres in a rural area of Santa Fe.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Montessori School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Yearly Tuition: $16,369
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
School Calendar
Campus Size
55 acres
Student Body
Total Students
98 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 50%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 11:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$16,369
Application URL
School Notes
- Our Program begins at 2 years of age ( potty trained) and goes up to 6th grade.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does La Mariposa Montessori cost?
La Mariposa Montessori's tuition is approximately $16,369 for private students.
When is the application deadline for La Mariposa Montessori?
The application deadline for La Mariposa Montessori is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to La Mariposa Montessori is Santa Fe Waldorf School (0.0 miles away)
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Quick Facts
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(505) 983-9727
Santa Fe, NM 87508
(505) 983-9727
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(505) 988-1968
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Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 820-3188
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 820-3188
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Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 983-7353
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 983-7353
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The Tutorial School
Alternative School
400 Brunn School Rd
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 988-1859
Santa Fe, NM 87505
(505) 988-1859
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School Reviews
5 8/2/2019
La Mariposa Montessori is a wonderful school. I have two children, 3 and 10 , and they both absolutely adore school. I hear about their love of learning every day, and get to see the impact this school has had on both of them during the summers when they are demonstrating their independence and desire to know more. All of the staff and teachers are warm and welcoming to my children and I- they definitely get to know each student and each parent and offer a very inviting environment. I have a great respect for each teacher and every other staff member. This truly is a wonderful school!
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