Overview

Southwest High School - SWS is an alternative school in Minneapolis, MN. It is one of 58 high schools in Minneapolis Public School Dist..
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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School


Neighborhood

3414 WEST 47TH ST
Minneapolis, MN 55408
School leader: Karen Wells
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  • 8 /10
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  • NA
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  • 9 /10
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  • 10 /10
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