In Pevely, parents are fortunate to be able to send their children through an excellent "Triple A" rated school system, and access state-of-the-art public libraries, located within a few minutes travel time of the community. A wide range of higher educational opportunities is available starting with Jefferson Community College and the area's vocational-technical schools. Jefferson Community College is considered one of the best institutions of its kind in the Midwest, offering a multitude of education options for the recent high school graduate and those seeking continuing education credits. Within 40 miles of the city, one can find some of the best 4-year institutions of higher learning in the country, including St. Louis University, Washington University and the St. Louis campus of the University of Missouri.