Colorado Springs has a robust and diverse educational landscape, from K–12 public and charter schools, to higher education institutions and a thriving public library system. The city is served by multiple school districts—including District 11, District 20, District 49, District 3, District 8, District 2, and District 12—offering families ample choice depending on their neighborhood and educational preferences  . Several districts consistently rank highly statewide, such as Cheyenne Mountain and Academy District 20   Charter schools also play a significant role, with notable names like The Classical Academy, The Vanguard School, and James Irwin Charter Schools serving as public but independently run options 

For higher education, Colorado Springs is home to respected institutions such as the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), Colorado College, Pikes Peak State College, and Colorado Technical University. These colleges offer a range of options from liberal arts and technical education to graduate studies and professional development. Supporting both students and the broader community is a robust public library system, including academic libraries and branches across the city.