Global Ambassadors Language Academy
Charter School
279 Students
Elementary School K - 8th
School Overview
Global Ambassadors Language Academy (GALA) is a unique public charter school located in Cleveland, Ohio, that distinguishes itself through a strong focus on language immersion and global citizenship. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, the school offers a dual-language curriculum, typically featuring instruction in both English and Mandarin Chinese. By integrating rigorous academics with language acquisition, GALA aims to prepare students to be culturally competent, bilingual, and biliterate individuals capable of succeeding in an increasingly interconnected global economy.
Beyond its core linguistic mission, GALA emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes cultural awareness and social-emotional development. The school’s environment is designed to foster inclusivity and respect, encouraging students to engage with diverse perspectives and develop a broader understanding of the world. Through its specialized curriculum and commitment to excellence, GALA provides an innovative educational alternative for families in the Cleveland area who are seeking to equip their children with the skills necessary to become lifelong learners and thoughtful global citizens.
Beyond its core linguistic mission, GALA emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes cultural awareness and social-emotional development. The school’s environment is designed to foster inclusivity and respect, encouraging students to engage with diverse perspectives and develop a broader understanding of the world. Through its specialized curriculum and commitment to excellence, GALA provides an innovative educational alternative for families in the Cleveland area who are seeking to equip their children with the skills necessary to become lifelong learners and thoughtful global citizens.
279
Total Students
29.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 44 |
| Hispanic | 127 |
| Black | 82 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic127 (45.5%)
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Black82 (29.4%)
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White44 (15.8%)
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Two or More14 (5.0%)
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Asian11 (3.9%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Global Ambassadors Language Academy |
| Phone: | (216)315-7942 |
| Website: | http://www.GALACleveland.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 279 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 176 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 22 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
43
Grade 1
45
Grade 2
43
Grade 3
37
Grade 4
23
Grade 5
29
Grade 6
28
Grade 7
13
Grade 8
18
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 43 |
| Grade 1 | 45 |
| Grade 2 | 43 |
| Grade 3 | 37 |
| Grade 4 | 23 |
| Grade 5 | 29 |
| Grade 6 | 28 |
| Grade 7 | 13 |
| Grade 8 | 18 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 155 | 55.6% |
| Male | 124 | 44.4% |
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