Schools in Manitou Springs
Artsy mountain town at the foot of Pikes Peak — mineral springs, galleries, and the Incline
Education
School Districts
B+
Manitou Springs School District 14
- Manitou Springs HS — small school (~400 students), strong arts and outdoor programs
- Manitou Springs Elementary and Middle
- One of Colorado's smallest independent school districts
Tiny district — one elementary, one middle, one high school. Arts-focused culture.
Early Education
Childcare & Pre-K
- Daycare Centers
- Very limited in Manitou Springs proper — most families use Colorado Springs providers (10 min)
- Pre-K Availability
- Manitou Springs SD 14 Preschool (110 Pawnee Ave); Champions before/after-school at Manitou Springs Elementary
- After School
- YMCA at Manitou Springs Elementary (701 Duclo Ave); Champions program
- Library Branches
- Pikes Peak Library District — no Manitou branch (closest: Penrose Library, Colorado Springs 10 min)
Common Questions
FAQ — Manitou Springs
What are the school ratings in Manitou Springs?
Manitou Springs is served by Manitou Springs School District 14, rated B+ by Niche. It is one of Colorado’s smallest independent school districts with just one elementary, one middle, and one high school. Manitou Springs High School enrolls approximately 400 students and has a strong arts and outdoor program focus. Small class sizes are a defining feature of the district.