Schools in Monument
I-25's gateway town between Denver and the Springs — top schools, Pikes Peak views, and Tri-Lakes charm
Education
School Districts
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Lewis-Palmer School District 38
#5 Best School District in Colorado (Niche 2026)
- Lewis-Palmer HS — A, top-ranked in the Pikes Peak region
- Palmer Ridge HS — A, opened 2009, modern campus
- 6,405 students district-wide — small, high-performing
- Average teacher salary competitive with Jeffco/Cherry Creek
LP38 is the primary draw for people relocating to Monument. Consistently top-5 in CO.
Early Education
Childcare & Pre-K
- Daycare Centers
- 9+ preschool/daycare programs in Monument area
- Avg Monthly Cost
- $919/mo full-time average; preschool avg $891/mo
- Pre-K Availability
- Lewis-Palmer SD 38 Preschool & Early Childhood Programs (social, emotional, cognitive development focus); Palmer Lake Early Childhood Center
- After School
- Monument Charter Academy; Tri-Lakes Community Preschool; school-based programs through LP38
- Summer Camps
- Tri-Lakes YMCA programs; private camps in the Tri-Lakes area
- Library Branches
- Pikes Peak Library District — Monument branch
Context
Community Demographics
- Households with Children
- High — bedroom community near top-rated schools
- Median Household Income
- $128,816
Common Questions
FAQ — Monument
What are the school ratings in Monument?
Monument is served by Lewis-Palmer School District 38, rated A by Niche and ranked #5 Best School District in Colorado (2026). Lewis-Palmer High School and Palmer Ridge High School both carry A grades. The district enrolls 6,405 students and is the primary draw for people relocating to the Tri-Lakes area. LP38 consistently ranks in Colorado’s top 5. Verify enrollment eligibility by address — district boundaries can be complex.