School Overview
Dallas Center-Grimes (DCG) High School, located in Grimes, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary education hub for the growing communities of Dallas Center and Grimes. As part of the Dallas Center-Grimes Community School District, the high school is known for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement, character development, and preparation for post-secondary success. The school district has experienced significant growth over the years, reflecting the expansion of the surrounding Des Moines metropolitan area, while still striving to maintain a sense of community identity.

Beyond its core academic offerings, DCG High School provides a robust array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led organizations. These opportunities are designed to help students develop leadership skills, teamwork, and a well-rounded educational experience. With a focus on modern teaching practices and community engagement, the school aims to prepare its students to be responsible and contributing members of society through a balance of rigorous coursework and active student life.
1,073
Total Students
63.8
Full-Time Teachers
16.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
17.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Dallas Center-Grimes High School
Demographic Student Count
White922
Hispanic57
Black46
Asian16
Two or More30
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    922 (85.9%)
  • Hispanic
    57 (5.3%)
  • Black
    46 (4.3%)
  • Two or More
    30 (2.8%)
  • Asian
    16 (1.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Dallas Center-Grimes Comm School District
Phone: (515)986-9747
Website: http://www.dcgschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,073
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 63.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 150
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 41
Grades Taught
Grade 9 306
Grade 10 276
Grade 11 235
Grade 12 256

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Dallas Center-Grimes High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9306
Grade 10276
Grade 11235
Grade 12256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Dallas Center-Grimes High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female52749.1%
Male54650.9%