Serving 296 students in grades Kindergarten-7, Global Ambassadors Language Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Global Ambassadors Language Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Global Ambassadors Language Academy's student population of 296 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Global Ambassadors Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Global Ambassadors Language Academy is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1993 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
40%
7%
Black
28%
17%
White
19%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Music
Art, Music
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- GALA is an international Mandarin and Spanish immersion K-8 school in Cleveland. GALA is tuition-free, open to all Ohio residents, no prior language skills required to enroll. GALA is the first Mandarin immersion school in Ohio, and only dual language immersion school in Northeast Ohio. For more information, visit www.galacleveland.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Ambassadors Language Academy's ranking?
Global Ambassadors Language Academy is ranked #1993 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Global Ambassadors Language Academy?
296 students attend Global Ambassadors Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Global Ambassadors Language Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Global Ambassadors Language Academy?
Global Ambassadors Language Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Global Ambassadors Language Academy offer ?
Global Ambassadors Language Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7
What school district is Global Ambassadors Language Academy part of?
Global Ambassadors Language Academy is part of Global Ambassadors Language Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Ambassadors Language Academy located?
Global Ambassadors Language Academy is located in the Jefferson neighborhood of Cleveland, OH. There are 5 other public schools located in Jefferson.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
I am so happy to have found GALA! My students are learning Spanish and thriving in this supportive and diverse environment.
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