School Overview
PCM High School, located in Monroe, Iowa, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Prairie City-Monroe Community School District. Situated along Highway 163, the school functions as a central hub for students from the surrounding rural communities, fostering a close-knit environment that emphasizes academic growth, extracurricular involvement, and community spirit. The district is committed to preparing students for life after graduation by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet state standards while supporting individual student needs.

Beyond academics, PCM High School is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, fine arts, and various student organizations. The school prides itself on maintaining a supportive culture where faculty and staff focus on the development of the "whole student," encouraging participation in activities that build leadership, teamwork, and character. By bridging the gap between traditional classroom learning and real-world application, PCM High School strives to equip its graduates with the skills and values necessary to succeed in a modern, ever-changing workforce.
357
Total Students
25.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
19.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for PCM High School
Demographic Student Count
White337
Hispanic13
Black1
Asian1
Two or More4
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    337 (94.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    13 (3.6 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.1 %)
  • Black
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
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: PCM Comm School District
Phone: (515)994-8222
Website: http://www.pcmschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 357
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 55
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 94
Grade 10 94
Grade 11 86
Grade 12 83

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for PCM High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 994
Grade 1094
Grade 1186
Grade 1283
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for PCM High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15342.9%
Male20457.1%