Southwest Christian High School...

...puts the Bible and Christian values in the primary place. Through a thorough integration of biblical worldview into every subject, and through Bible classes, chapels, and discipleship groups, SW endeavors to do just that.

...offers a rigorous, college-prep academic program. Southwest's class offerings emphasize six core areas:  English, history, Bible, math, science, and foreign languages, with supportive electives in other fields (see course listing.) 98% of our graduates matriculate to colleges and universities across the U.S. and Southwest students' ACT scores are consistently above the state average (2011-2012 composite score was 24.0; state composite score was 22.8).*

...emphasizes fine arts. Two outstanding choral groups and a wind ensemble, which are trained in varied musical styles from classical to pop, and a creative art and photography program, enrich the SW experience.

...engages students in sports. About 75% of the student body participates in soccer, cross-country, girls volleyball, basketball, track, golf, boys baseball, and girls softball. Co-op opportunities with other local schools include girls and boys tennis, football, wrestling, and synchronized swimming. SW also has an Equestrian Club and is starting a Dance Line team in 2012-2013. The school holds membership in the Minnesota State High School League and the Minnesota Christian Athletic Association.

...offers service opportunities. SW provides opportunities for mission trips, class service projects, and two times a year the entire student body takes the entire day to serve within the community in a variety of ways.

...includes a varied and committed student body. SW is an independent, inter-denominational school with an emphasis upon the discipling of its students.  Young people who are accepted as students have made a profession of faith in Christ as personal Savior and have indicated a desire to grow in that life-changing relationship.

...sponsors activities to develop leadership qualities. Drama, student government, student committees, homecoming events, student-led Bible studies, Junior/Senior formal, praise & worship team, Night of Stars talent show, Robotics team, and a school literary magazine sharpen students and prepare them for the future.

...takes the student body on an All-School Retreat. Every fall SW students and staff take time out from the regular school week to sharpen our spiritual focus on Jesus, bond with one another, and just plain have fun at a camp in Northern Minnesota.

Want to know more?  We welcome your questions.  Call the Admission Office at 952-556-0040.

*Southwest's composite ACT score has been an average of 1.6 points higher than the state average for the last 5 years.