Rockwall County is experiencing a significant surge in housing development, as highlighted in the recent Rockwall Independent School District (ISD) report presented at the Commissioners Court Consortium Meeting. The report, covering the second quarter of 2025, reveals that new home starts in the district have increased by 8.6%, with 69 active building subdivisions currently underway.

The unemployment rate in Rockwall County stands at a low 3.5%, compared to 4.1% in the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area, indicating a robust local economy. This economic growth is reflected in the housing market, where the number of new home starts has jumped from 32,678 in 2019 to 45,229 in the second quarter of 2025—a remarkable 38% increase.

Rockwall ISD ranks among the top districts for new housing starts and closings, with projections indicating a future influx of students. The district anticipates serving nearly 19,400 students in the 2025-2026 school year, with projections soaring to approximately 24,000 students by 2034-2035. This growth is attributed to the expected addition of 12,384 future lots, translating to an estimated one student per new home.

The report also outlines the ongoing development of multifamily housing, with nearly 3,500 rental units planned across nine projects. As the district prepares for this rapid growth, officials are closely monitoring enrollment trends and the capacity of existing schools to accommodate the increasing student population.

In summary, Rockwall County is on a trajectory of significant growth, driven by a booming housing market and a thriving economy, setting the stage for substantial changes in the local educational landscape in the coming years.