Academics
At Southwest Christian High School, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional, Christ-centered education that prepares students for academic success and spiritual growth. Our comprehensive academic programs are designed to challenge and inspire students, fostering a lifelong love of learning and a deep commitment to their faith.
Academic Excellence Rooted in Faith
At SWCHS, we believe that education is most impactful when it integrates rigorous academics with a strong biblical worldview. Our curriculum emphasizes six core areas of study: English, History, Bible/Theology, Mathematics, Science, and World Languages. This foundation ensures that students are well-prepared for college and beyond, equipped with critical thinking skills and a solid moral compass.
Teaching for Transformation
Our unique Teaching for Transformation (TfT) framework encourages students to see their studies through the lens of God's story. Each faculty member shares a "deep hope" for their students, aiming to connect classroom content with real-world applications and spiritual insights. This approach cultivates a transformative educational experience, empowering students to live out their faith in all aspects of life.
Dual Enrollment Opportunities
To further enhance academic growth, SWCHS offers Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) in partnership with Crown College and University of Northwestern-St. Paul. This program allows eligible juniors and seniors to earn college credits while completing their high school education, providing a head start on higher education within a supportive, Christ-centered environment.
Advanced Placement and Honors Courses
We offer a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors courses across multiple disciplines, challenging students to reach their highest potential. Our commitment to academic excellence is reflected in our students' achievements, with a 95% AP exam pass rate.
Comprehensive Student Support
Understanding that each student is unique, SWCHS provides robust support services to address diverse learning needs. Our Learning Lab offers personalized assistance for students with identified learning differences, ensuring they receive the guidance and resources necessary to thrive in a college-preparatory environment.
545
Students
13:1
Student: Faculty Ratio
81
College Credits Offered on Campus
95%
AP Exam Pass Rate
Southwest Christian’s Kit Avery was recognized as a 2025 Christian Teacher of the Year by the Herzog Foundation. His family and business students joined him on stage as Head of School Dan Beckering surprised the student body with the exciting announcement on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Julianna Wall, Braden Arsendault, and Will Kail finished in the top ten at the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) on April 26–29 in Orlando, Florida. ICDC is the largest international stage of the DECA business program. Along with these three, Lillie Abdo, Sadie Hoekstra, Brock Walmer, Titus Blatzheim, Cole Zillmerman, Sadie Vietzen, and Wade Ganske joined them in qualifying to attend.
SWCHS engineering students competed in the Shell Eco-marathon again in 2025 at Indianapolis Raceway on April 2–6. Julie Frahm, Nathan Rector, Nathan Bergman, Trevor Aitchison, and Cameron Hanson secured a top 10 finish!
32 students from Southwest Christian competed in the annual Minnesota DECA State Career Development Conference in Minneapolis, MN, March 2-4, 2025. 14 advanced to the final rounds on Tuesday, March 4 and seven placed in the top six in their events.
A group of SWCHS students served in Detroit, Michigan on February 27–March 3. This is the second year that SWCHS has partnered with MACC Development