Pocatello and nearby Chubbuck accommodates nearly 14,000 public and private students with 5 private schools, 15 elementary schools, 4 junior highs, an alternate school, and 3 high schools. School District #25 also operates a Teen Parent Program and an Evening High School for students with special needs.

School District #25 has a solid reputation for providing quality education in grades k-12, as well as nationally recognized adult/community education classes. Both Highland and Pocatello High Schools have been accredited with 'merit' status by the Idaho Department of Education.

Pocatello is unique in that it is home to nationally ranked Idaho State University (ISU). ISU is among the fastest growing of the four academic institutions of higher education supported by the State of Idaho.

Students at Idaho State University have access to a wide variety of nationally recognized programs. More than 255 degree and certificate programs are available in the areas of health professions, business, pharmacy, technology, engineering, arts and sciences, and education. With more than 13,900 students, Idaho State University offers all the benefits of a metropolitan university, yet maintains the personal touch of a community college. A student-teacher ratio of 15:1 allows students to have meaningful interaction with their professors. As the state designated leader in providing education for health professionals, ISU offers training for caregivers across the state.