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#1310 of 1,992 schools in MN
917 Idea
School · INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917
14300 BISCAYNE AVE W, Rosemount, MN 55068
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,310 of 1,992
In Rosemount
#7 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About 917 Idea
917 Idea is a public school in Rosemount, MN, part of INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917. 917 Idea serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. 917 Idea has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,310 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for 917 Idea show 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- MN avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, 917 Idea is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at 917 Idea sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, 917 Idea sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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917 Idea — Students at 917 Idea score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
75%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How 917 Idea Compares
See how 917 Idea performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
14300 BISCAYNE AVE W, Rosemount, MN 55068
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering 917 Idea may also want to explore other schools in the area. FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is 917 SUN (rated 4.5/10), a more accessible option. Additionally, DAKOTA RIDGE SCHOOL (rated 4.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Apple Valley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Rosemount, see our Rosemount schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 917 SUN Rosemount | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| 917 CASE Rosemount | 0.0 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Rosemount | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ROSEMOUNT MIDDLE Rosemount | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ROSEMOUNT ELEMENTARY Rosemount | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ROSEMOUNT SENIOR HIGH Rosemount | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| SHANNON PARK ELEMENTARY Rosemount | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| 917 TESA Rosemount | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| 917 PACES Rosemount | 1.8 mi | — |
| 917 DCALS Main Rosemount | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| 917 DASH Rosemount | 1.8 mi | — |
| RED PINE ELEMENTARY Eagan | 2.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL Rosemount | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| DAKOTA RIDGE SCHOOL Apple Valley | 2.1 mi | 4.2 |
| DIAMOND PATH EL SCH OF INTL STUDIES Apple Valley | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| ABE Diploma Program Apple Valley | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Dakota Valley Learning Center Apple Valley | 2.3 mi | 3.8 |
| East Lake Elementary School Rosemount | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Pinewood Community Elementary Eagan | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF APPLE VALLEY Saint Paul | 3.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,271
Median Home Value
$379,500
Median Rent
$1,610/mo
Population
32,194
College Educated
47.2%
Homeownership
86.9%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
38.2
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AUSTIN COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTER Austin, MN | 5.6 |
| Harmony Learning Center Maplewood, MN | 5.6 |
| Rockridge Academy Duluth, MN | 5.6 |
| West Central Academy-S Moorhead, MN | 5.6 |
| CHESTER CREEK ACADEMY Duluth, MN | 5.8 |
| Onamia Academy Onamia, MN | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about 917 Idea
What grades does 917 Idea serve?
917 Idea serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend 917 Idea?
917 Idea has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at 917 Idea?
The student-teacher ratio at 917 Idea is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does 917 Idea rank in MN?
917 Idea ranks #1,310 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is 917 Idea's MySchoolScout rating?
917 Idea has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at 917 Idea?
Based on loaded state assessment records, 917 Idea has 11% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is 917 Idea a charter school?
No, 917 Idea is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is 917 Idea a Title I school?
No, 917 Idea is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for 917 Idea?
75.0% of students at 917 Idea qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 75.0%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Phone
- (651) 423-8100
Resources & Links
District
INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT 917- District Enrollment
- 539
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $62,984
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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