K-12 Schools

1. Polytechnic School
   • Private, K-12
   • One of the oldest schools in the area, known for academic excellence
2. Westridge School
   • Private, girls-only, 4-12
   • Known for empowering young women in STEM fields
3. John Muir High School
   • Public, 9-12
   • Offers specialized academies in various fields
4. Don Benito Fundamental School
   • Public, K-5
   • Known for its rigorous academic program and parent involvement

Colleges and Universities

1. California Institute of Technology (Caltech)
   • Private research university
   • World-renowned for science and engineering programs
   • Home to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory
2. ArtCenter College of Design
   • Private art and design college
   • Known for its programs in industrial design, illustration, and film
3. Pasadena City College
   • Public community college
   • Offers a wide range of transfer programs and vocational training