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Excellence • Leadership • Wellness • Honor

GALA Partners & Accolades

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation
  • Student Leadership Network
  • A California Distinguished School
  • International Coalition of Girls' Schools
  • Niche Best Schools 2026
  • US News Best High Schools
  • California Schools to Watch
  • Middle Schools to Watch
  • AP Computer Science A Female Diversity Award
  • AP Computer Science Principles Female Diversity Award

Calendar

Oct 5

ALL CLASSES MEET

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:33 PM

Oct 6

A-BLOCK DAY

Time: 8:30 AM – 2:33 PM

Oct 7

B-BLOCK DAY

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:33 PM

Oct 8

8th Grade Step-Up to High School Assembly for Current Students and Parents

Time: 8:30 AM – 10 AM

A-BLOCK DAY

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:33 PM

Oct 5

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region West

Time: 9 AM – 10 AM
Location: Webster Middle School 11330 Graham Pl Los Angeles, CA 90064

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region South

Time: 5 PM – 6 PM
Location: Gardena High School 1301 W 182nd St Gardena, CA 90248

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region North

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Holmes Middle School 9351 Paso Robles Ave Northridge, CA 91325

Stronger Schools Together Information Session — Region West

Time: 6 PM – 7 PM
Location: Virtual

Oct 6

Region West Choices School Fair

Time: 4 PM – 6 PM
Location: Los Angeles High School 4650 W. Olympic Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90019
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About US

About Us

GALA: Where girls love to be SMART,
SELF-CONFIDENT, and SUCCESSFUL!
 
The first and only all-girls public STEM school in LAUSD and California!
GALA serves Middle and High School girls in 6th-12th grades. 
 
GALA is ranked as the #1 public middle school and #2 public high school in California (niche.com).
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Admissions

Success Starts Here!
If you are a prospective parent or student, we invite you to visit the admissions and school tours links to discover why GALA is one of the most sought-after public schools, where girls are not only encouraged to raise their hands, but to raise their expectations; where curiosity is nurtured, confidence is built, and future leaders begin their journey.
 
For information about your acceptance and waitlist notification, click "Admissions" on our website menu.
 
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At A Glance

  • #1 Public Middle School in CA (niche.com)
  • #2 Public High School in CA (niche.com)
  • 100% Graduation Rate
  • 100% College Acceptance
  • 100% AP Enrollment