Saint Rose School opened in 1960 with grades one through four under the leadership of Monsignor James Corcoran, Pastor, and Sister Margaret Helena, Principal. The school was originally staffed totally by the Sisters of Mercy of Auburn. Saint Rose continued to grow each year adding another grade level and currently has an enrollment of 308 students in nine grades, kindergarten through eighth.

The organizational structure of Saint Rose School consists of self-contained classrooms in kindergarten through eighth grade. Math teachers provide instruction to students in grades five through eight. A science teacher works with students in grades six through eight. The school is staffed by lay teachers as well as one sister. In addition to the classroom teachers, and the math and science teachers, Saint Rose School also has part-time teachers for physical education, music, and an Art Instructor.

As the needs of the school have changed, expansion of school facilities and programs has occurred. In 1982 a parish, multi-purpose facility was constructed. The science room, gym, kitchen, and cafeteria housed in this building serve many school needs.

In addition an extension program was added to accommodate working parents needing before and after school care for their children. The program shared a room in the multi-purpose wing with other parish groups until the summer of 1990 when a separate facility was completed.

In 1988 the kindergarten was enlarged. In addition, a computer room and library were completed. The computer room was changed in 1996 to a physical education, and math, and Spanish faculty office. Through participation in grocery receipt programs, and Federal Title VI funds, the library has grown beyond capacity and includes books, periodicals, and a computer with a CD-ROM for research.

Curriculum changes have also occurred. In 1993, a school wide writing program was implemented and includes portfolio assessment of student writing, and the use of rubrics for evaluation by both teachers and students. During the 1995-1996 school year, the technology plan was developed to support the effective use of technology in the teaching and learning process.