GCA is one of the best schools I have ever been to. All of my teachers treat me like an adult, and expect adult behavior from me. I love the atmosphere and most of the students who attend Gilbert Classical. Last year in 7th grade, I was comforted by the fact that irresponsible kids don't survive at this
... Read more school. You have to be serious in academics and in ones behavior at GCA. One can clearly see a huge difference between students maturity and work at GCA and at other public schools. This school may be tough, but is DEFINATLY worth the effort. Read less
Posted by a student on 09/08/09
GCA is one of the best schools I have ever been to. All of my teachers treat me like an adult, and expect adult behavior from me. I love the atmosphere and most of the students who attend Gilbert Classical. Last year in 7th grade, I was comforted by the fact that irresponsible kids don't survive at this
... Read more school. You have to be serious in academics and in ones behavior at GCA. One can clearly see a huge difference between students maturity and work at GCA and at other public schools. This school may be tough, but is DEFINATLY worth the effort. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/08/09
They don't get any better than this school. Having moved from the Greater Chicago Area where both of my older children attended top college prep private high schools, we couldn't be more pleased. The faculty is dedicated, demanding the best of each student. The environment fosters leadership and integrity.
... Read more There is a vision of excellence at this school that is embraced by the students, faculty, and parents. If your child is committed to excelling, this is the school for you. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/16/09
This school is a model school for the state of Arizona. It is time that the rest of this state begins to understand the benefits of schools like GCA and leadership such as that found at the Academy. The principal is top-notch, and the faculty is incredible. Wake up, Arizona!
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Posted by a parent on 06/10/09
Gilbert Classical Academy is an Elite College Preparatory School; it is the very best public education your child could receive in the State of Arizona. Parents in SF, NY & Chicago are paying at least 12k a year per student for this type of quality education. The Administration, Teachers, & Staff
... Read more are priceless. Gilbert Public School District 41 Administration & Board are to be commended for putting together such a great program. Once GPS #41 expands, this way of teaching to all of their schools, they are sure to be one of the top school Districts in the Nation. Go Spartans!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/24/09
this school is friken awesome!!!! I usesd to skate by with 100's on everything in elementary school, but now I have to work hard for my straight A's
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Posted by a parent on 04/29/09
This school is good but lacks how this small school will be good for college aplicants
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Posted by a parent on 03/30/09
this school is absolutely amazing. if anyone ever told you that its not possible to make learning fun they are wrong. this place makes it so fun. there are so many hands on activities to help you learn, a bunch or extra-curricular activities, and a million other amazing things. if you go to this school
... Read more you will have to be ready to work hard. the only put down is the uniform. they are pretty strict on that. but the teachers are amazing and are helpful in so many ways. SPARTAN PRIDE!!! Read less
Posted by a other on 03/20/09
Go Spartans!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GCA is the best place in the world! I have so much fun everyday. We are treated like the mature adults we beg to be.
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Posted by a parent on 12/05/08
I am a student at GCA and oh my gosh, I love this school! The Principal is our school DJ during the dances...who ever thought that? Also, you teachers know almost everybody on campus so we know whos who and what they do. My favorite subject is Latin because our latin teacher makes learning fun and we
... Read more have fun doing it! We just recently had a socratic seminar and we got to share music and pictures with the class... that was so much fun. Our latin teacher also makes translating fun and challenging. I cannot wait till i get into 9th grade, so I can live out a high school life and have fun with my friends. Read less
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Gilbert schools — Gilbert Classical Academy is located at 55 N Greenfield Rd, Gilbert AZ 85296. 55 N Greenfield Rd is in the 85296 ZIP code in Gilbert, AZ The school district for Gilbert Classical Academy is the Gilbert Unified School District 41. Gilbert Classical Academy is a Public school that serves grade levels 7 - 10.
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