School Overview
Scott Highlands Middle School, located in Apple Valley, Minnesota, is a prominent institution within the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Independent School District 196. Serving students in grades 6 through 8, the school is committed to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment that prepares young adolescents for the challenges of high school and beyond. The campus is characterized by a focus on student-centered learning, where educators emphasize the development of critical thinking, collaboration, and social-emotional growth during these formative middle school years.

Beyond its core curriculum, Scott Highlands offers a wide range of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts programs, and various student clubs, which encourage students to explore their interests and build a sense of community. As part of District 196—a district widely recognized for its high academic standards and innovative programming—Scott Highlands benefits from strong administrative support and a deep integration of technology in the classroom. The school maintains a strong partnership with families and the local community to ensure that every student has the resources and guidance necessary to succeed both academically and personally.
1,184
Total Students
66.6
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
30.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SCOTT HIGHLANDS MIDDLE
Demographic Student Count
White689
Hispanic85
Black156
Asian143
Two or More107
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    689 (58.2 %)
  • Black
    156 (13.2 %)
  • Asian
    143 (12.1 %)
  • Two or More
    107 (9.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    85 (7.2 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: ROSEMOUNT-APPLE VALLEY-EAGAN
Phone: (952)423-7581
Website: http://www.district196.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 1,184
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 295
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 62
Grades Taught
Grade 6 393
Grade 7 400
Grade 8 391

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SCOTT HIGHLANDS MIDDLE
Grade Student Count
Grade 6393
Grade 7400
Grade 8391
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SCOTT HIGHLANDS MIDDLE
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female58149.1%
Male60350.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)