Schools & Education
Excellence in Learning
Colorado Springs offers a diverse range of top-rated educational options. From innovative public school districts to prestigious private institutions and higher education.
Key School Districts
Academy District 20 (D20)
North/Briargate • Highly Rated • InnovationServing the northern part of Colorado Springs, D20 is known for its high academic standards, strong AP programs, and modern facilities. It serves over 26,000 students.
Visit District Website →Colorado Springs District 11 (D11)
Central/Downtown • Historic • Magnet ProgramsThe city's central and oldest district, D11 offers a wide variety of choices including Montessori, International Baccalaureate (IB), and STEM magnet schools.
Explore D11 Options →Cheyenne Mountain District 12 (D12)
Southwest • Prestigious • Top RankedLocated in the Broadmoor area, D12 is one of the state's top-performing districts, renowned for its rigorous academics and high college placement rates.
Learn About D12 →Falcon School District 49 (D49)
East/Powers • Fast Growing • ChoiceServing the rapidly growing eastern corridor, D49 is known for its "Power of Choice" model, allowing families to select the best educational path for their students.
Discover D49 →Lewis-Palmer District 38 (D38)
Monument • Small Class Sizes • CommunityServing the Tri-Lakes area (Monument and Palmer Lake), D38 is celebrated for its small-town community feel and consistent academic excellence.
View D38 Info →Higher Education
Universities • CollegesHome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), Colorado College, and the United States Air Force Academy.
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