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Christ-centered. Academic Excellence. Global Community.

We serve nearly 500 students in grades 6–12, including local families from the St. Paul area and about 100 students from 15 countries. Your child will grow in a strong Christian worldview alongside peers from many cultures.

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Spiritual Life

Students experience a daily 15-20 minute devotional time in SCLA's light-filled chapel,
religion classes in every grade, and opportunities to serve in the community and world. 

Spiritual Life

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It's about learning.

Our highly trained instructors prioritize learning above test scores while holding students accountable for completing their work.

Academics

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Science and STEM

Our four modern science labs provide students with tools to uncover the mysteries of God's creation through the scientific method.

Courses

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Preparing Skilled Workers

The world needs skilled workers, and students need hands-on learning.
SCLA encourages students to get creative in our woodworking, engineering, and visual arts classrooms.

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Co-Curriculars

Over 75% of SCLA students are involved in our extensive, award-winning co-curricular athletic, art, and leadership opportunities.

Activities

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Global Students

We welcome students from the local community and around the world,
with enough space to offer modern on-campus, supervised housing to 152 students far from home.

Global

Welcome!

We invite your family to meet our top-notch educators, and experience a curriculum that makes sense, accountability, and highly competitive co-curriculars, all at a cost that makes you wonder why other schools charge so much. The SCLA community supports each other and works together to the glory of God.

Schedule an online or personal visit with one of our team. We are excited to meet you!

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Student-Teacher Ratio

15+

Countries Represented

99%

Graduation Rate

20

Average Class Size

$1M

Over $1M Aid Available

50+

Co-Curriculars Offered

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Romans 5:8

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

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COLOSSIANS 2:6-7

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.

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EPHESIANS 2: 8-9

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.

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COLOSSIANS 3: 12-13

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. 

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Environment matters. As you search for the best Christian middle school or high school in St. Paul and Minneapolis, discover what SCLA has to offer. Experience our park-like campus, exploratory classrooms, and welcoming school culture through an in-person or online tour or student shadow.

You're Invited

We would love for you to experience life as an SCLA Crusader. Join us for an upcoming event, meet other families, and get a taste of the quality of SCLA programs. We look forward to seeing you! Coming to a paid event? Before signing up, reach out to us - we have a gift for you!