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Generations of students have been successful in life because they are Red Knights. At BSM, you can be known for your passions and inspiration in grades 7-12. Are you curious? Be inspired and motivated, focusing on the challenges which will prepare you for greater things. Are you generous? Be giving to others in meaningful ways. Are you ready? Be prepared to seize every moment, because you can be so much at BSM.
By the Numbers
30
Clubs & Activities
From Music to Chess to Robots and more!
11:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
Small classes provide students with more opportunities.
23
AP Courses
Choose from AP courses in English, Science, Math, Art & Design, Computer Science, History, and Languages.
80%
Students learn from teachers who are experts in their field of study.
27
Different Sports
Choose from many athletic opportunities in the Fall, Winter, and Spring.
21
Average Class Size
Small classes allow your student to receive the assistance from teachers they deserve.
517
# of Students in Red Knight Volunteer Corps
Students volunteer in the local community, positively impacting the lives of others.
$1.9 mil
Tuition Assistance Awarded Annually
Investing in your student's education today affords them opportunities for tomorrow and beyond.
3.57
Average AP Test Score
BSM students can achieve their personal best in a nurturing learning environment.
21%
Students of Color
The BSM community reflects the diversity of the Twin Cities, enriching the experience for all students.
91.4%
of Students Attend a 4-year College
BSM offers an outstanding college-preparatory program preparing students for life after high school.
65%
of Students are Catholic
The faith journey of each of our junior and senior high students, faculty and staff is respected.
Bringing Faith to Life
OUR SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
Our Mission
We educate, empower, and inspire learners within a Catholic community to lead lives of faith, achieve academic excellence, and contribute meaningfully to a global society.
Current News & Social
BSM is pleased to welcome new faculty & staff members for the 2024-2025 school year.
BSM is pleased to announce the members of the Class of 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame. Congratulation to these Red Knights!
Thirty one Red Knights spent their first days of summer break building homes as part of the eighth annual mission trip to Antigua, Guatemala.
Campus Minister Mike Jeremiah honored with an all-BSM celebratory Mass on Sunday, August 26.
BSM is proud of it's world language department which enriches the student experience by providing hands-on experiences of cultures and languages.
Red Knight Brynja Lockman '25 placed 15th in the country at the National Speech and Debate Association Tournament.
BSM senior Talia Loes ’25 was recently named a national Scholastic Gold Key award winner for her work, “The Sky is Crying (can’t you see?).”
Members of the BSM Class of 2024 – Olivia Olson and Caleb Koskie were named the 2024 Athena and Al Blasing award winners.
As he begins his 50th year as campus minister, Mike Jeremiah remains actively engaged in building community at BSM.
BSM expresses its gratitude for four wonderful faculty & staff members who have retired at the end of the 2024-2025 school year.