Below Average
#87 of 100 private schools in NM
Journey Montessori School
Elementary School
1212 UNITY WAY, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
New Mexico private schools
#87 of 100
In Santa Fe
#11 of 11
public schools
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Journey Montessori School
Elementary School in Santa Fe · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Journey Montessori School
Journey Montessori School is a private elementary school in Santa Fe, NM. Journey Montessori School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Journey Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #87 of 100 private schools in NM.
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- NM avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Journey 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 8.6:1 students to teachers, Journey Montessori School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Journey 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 Journey Montessori School compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Santa Fe, NM
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Journey Montessori School (this school) | 4.6 |
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY | 7.0 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL | 5.3 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY | 9.2 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF | 6.8 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) | 9.7 |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY | 8.7 |
| Santa Fe Indian School | — |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY | 7.6 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY | 6.0 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY | 5.1 |
| ATALAYA ELEMENTARY | 8.9 |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY | 6.7 |
| NYE EARLY CHILDHOOD | 5.3 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY | 5.4 |
| MILAGRO MIDDLE | 6.7 |
| CHAPARRAL ELEMENTARY | 8.1 |
| KEARNY ELEMENTARY | 5.9 |
| PINON ELEMENTARY | 7.8 |
| EL CAMINO REAL ACADEMY COMMUNITY | 5.6 |
| DESERT SAGE ACADEMY | 5.7 |
Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Santa Fe
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 NM.
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 NM
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
1212 UNITY WAY, Santa Fe, NM 87506
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Journey Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY (rated 9.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY (rated 8.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Santa Fe, see our Santa Fe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GONZALES ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| ASPEN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| CARLOS GILBERT ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Santa Fe | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FAYETTE ST ACADEMY Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| NM SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Santa Fe | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| MANDELA INTERNATIONAL MAGNET (MIMS) Santa Fe | 2.3 mi | 9.7 |
| Santa Fe Indian School Santa Fe | 2.5 mi | — |
| WOOD-GORMLEY ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| SALAZAR ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ACEQUIA MADRE ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| E.J. MARTINEZ ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| MAY CENTER FOR LEARNING Santa Fe | 3.6 mi | 7.2 |
| THE TUTORIAL SCHOOL Santa Fe | 3.8 mi | — |
| DESERT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Santa Fe | 3.4 mi | — |
| FRANCIS X. NAVA ELEMENTARY Santa Fe | 3.9 mi | 6.7 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Santa Fe | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| NEW MEXICO CONNECTIONS ACADEMY Santa Fe | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST MICHAELS HIGH SCHOOL Santa Fe | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| SANTA FE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Santa Fe | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 87506 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,504
Median Home Value
$523,600
Median Rent
$1,142/mo
Population
16,055
College Educated
46.6%
Homeownership
82.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
55.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GUADALUPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Silver City, NM | 4.6 |
| SHEPHERD LUTHERAN Albuquerque, NM | 4.5 |
| VELARDE ELEMENTARY Espanola, NM | 4.5 |
| COLLEGE HEIGHTS KINDERGARTEN Las Cruces, NM | 4.8 |
| WILLIAM W & JOSEPHINE DORN CHARTER COMMUNITY SCHOOL Albuquerque, NM | 4.2 |
| ALTA VISTA INTERMEDIATE Questa, NM | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Journey Montessori School
What grades does Journey Montessori School serve?
Journey Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Journey Montessori School?
Journey Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Journey Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Journey Montessori School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Journey Montessori School rank in NM?
Journey Montessori School ranks #87 of 100 private schools in NM.
What is Journey Montessori School's MySchoolScout rating?
Journey Montessori School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Journey Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Journey 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 Journey Montessori School a religious school?
No, Journey Montessori School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Santa Fe County
- Phone
- (505) 652-1986
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