Montessori school for grades 7-12 with small classes, farm-based learning, and support for learning differences
Camino de Paz School is a small, accredited Montessori middle and high school (grades 7-12) designed for students who thrive in individualized, hands-on learning environments. With an average class size of just 6 students, the school provides explicit support for learning differences and ADD/ADHD, making it an ideal fit for students who benefit from personalized attention and experiential education.
The school's unique curriculum integrates with its organic farm campus, where students engage in real-world learning that builds academic skills, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. This approach is particularly effective for students who learn best through doing rather than traditional instruction. The school's split-campus model—where younger grades are on the farm and older students are at the Santa Fe location—ensures age-appropriate environments during critical developmental stages. With 95% of faculty holding advanced degrees, students receive mentorship from highly qualified educators.
Tuition is $8,800 for middle school and $11,000 for high school, with a generous work-study program available to all students. Sixty percent of families receive financial aid, averaging $3,000. The school maintains a supportive, casual environment and welcomes applications through March 1st, with an 80% acceptance rate. Contact Patricia Pantano, Admissions Director, at (505) 747-9717 or visit caminodepaz.net for more information.
| School Type | Montessori School |
| Year Founded | 2003 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $8,800 |
| Tuition Notes | High School tuition is $11,000 with generous work/study program available for all students. |
| Total Students | 15 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 4 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 95 |
| Average Class Size | 6 |
| Grades Offered | 7-12 |
| Admissions Director | Patricia Pantano |
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 1 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 60 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $3,000 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 43 |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) · Cognia |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |