Rosemount Minnesota

School District 196 in Rosemount Minnesota

David Olson, RealtorBy David Olson, Realtor · October 25, 2026 · 4 min read
School District 196 in Rosemount Minnesota

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Most of Rosemount falls within the with boundaries of Independent School District 196, also known as the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan District.

Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can change, so always confirm assigned schools for a specific address with the district.

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Schools serving School District 196

Elementary students attend one of four schools within the district. Rosemount is also home to a middle school, high school, two private schools, and several early childhood and continuing education programs.

One of Rosemount’s schools is Shannon Park Elementary that serves students K-5. The school is committed to excellence through high achievement for students, good student behavior, a positive climate for learning, parent involvement, constant monitoring of all student needs, and clearly defined expectations and goals. Shannon Park excels in the arts by offering 5 different visual art classes and 5 music classes. With a positive atmosphere that seeks to help students reach their full potential, Shannon Park is built for excellence.

Rosemount Middle School is another school that consistently develops exemplary education. The middle school has been nationally recognized as a School of Excellence which affirms the hard work of students, educators, families, and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging content. The school’s goal is to help every student reach his or her full potential. Many of the school’s staff have received the district’s “Outstanding Service Award”. Rosemount Middle School also has a highly acclaimed extended-day program and an excellent fine arts program. With 8 different sports, 2 music classes, and 2 art classes Rosemount Middle School has the highest percentage of participating in co-curricular activities within District 196.

More about the schools

For those looking for private schooling options, Saint Joseph School is a school that provides quality education while focusing on faith. Saint Joseph provides education to students for students grades K-8 with technology, language arts, music, art, and religious education classes. The school also offers extracurricular activities including volleyball, baseball, soccer, basketball, and softball.

Rosemount is also home to Dakota County Technical College. The college endeavours to serve students within nearby communities, as well as those coming from countries around the world. The majority of students work toward degrees and diplomas in a variety of programs to prepare them for employment. However, the college’s general education department courses are a part the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum. For those looking to further their education, Dakota County Technical College is a the perfect option.

District 196 maintains one high school in the city of Rosemount, which is Rosemount High School. Since 1918, Rosemount High School’s goal has been to educate students, in cooperation with the family and the community, to have knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to achieve their potential. As of the 2012-2013 school year 15 Advanced Placement classes and 7 college In The Schools (CIS) courses to 2,112 students. The high school is a Nationally Recognized School of Excellence. Rosemount High School has 17 athletic teams and has won a total of 5 state championships. The high school has over 100 classrooms, including specialized science labs, lecture areas, and small instructional settings.

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