Overview
Southwest Senior High School is a public school in Minneapolis, MN, offering AP courses, International Baccalaureate, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 58 high schools in Minneapolis Public School Dist..
School Rating
Southwest Senior High School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Minnesota with the same grade levels.
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College Prep
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College Success
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Parent Tip
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Parent Tip
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Test Scores
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Courses & Programs
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STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
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About the School
8 Reviews
Neighborhood
3414 West 47th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55410
School leader: Dr Edward Bennett
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