Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Ambassadors Language Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Ambassadors Language Academy's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 123% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Global Ambassadors Language Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Global Ambassadors Language Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2147 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
46%
8%
Black
29%
17%
White
16%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.6%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
ArtMusic
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 #2147 out of 3,181 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% 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?
279 students attend Global Ambassadors Language Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Global Ambassadors Language Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Ambassadors Language Academy?
Global Ambassadors Language Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower 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-8 (No virtual instruction).
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 10/10/2025
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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