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Aaccording to U.S. News & World Report GCA was recognized as the second-highest-ranking public school district high school in Arizona and the highest-ranking public school district high school in the Phoenix Metro area!
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Gilbert Classical Academy is proud to be A-Rated by the Arizona Department of Education!
![Gilbert Classical Academy students at desks in classroom listening to teacher or presentation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762185666/gilbertschoolsnet/pxav5ighof0cwn5qvuy4/GCA-Application.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762185666/gilbertschoolsnet/pxav5ighof0cwn5qvuy4/GCA-Application.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762185666/gilbertschoolsnet/pxav5ighof0cwn5qvuy4/GCA-Application.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762185666/gilbertschoolsnet/pxav5ighof0cwn5qvuy4/GCA-Application.png","width":1200}])
Gilbert Classical Academy Applications for the 2026-27 school year are now being accepted for 7th-12th grade! Select this box, or go under Spartan Quicklinks at the top right of your screen to the GCA Application to submit your student's Application today!
![Gilbert Classical Academy student wearing a baseball hat with the GCA Spartans logo and a blue shirt with the text Rizzlers 29 in the GCA baseball field]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762185589/gilbertschoolsnet/gilbertschoolsnet/xqdgy7afidzoxl61erqn/2324_GCA_buttoncropped_athletics.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762185589/gilbertschoolsnet/gilbertschoolsnet/xqdgy7afidzoxl61erqn/2324_GCA_buttoncropped_athletics.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1762185589/gilbertschoolsnet/gilbertschoolsnet/xqdgy7afidzoxl61erqn/2324_GCA_buttoncropped_athletics.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762185589/gilbertschoolsnet/gilbertschoolsnet/xqdgy7afidzoxl61erqn/2324_GCA_buttoncropped_athletics.png","width":1200}])
Successful athletics programs in the GPS Superstition Conference for Junior High Sports and AIA Sanctioned High School Sports.
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2022-23 GCA had 46 AP Scholars, 31 AP Scholars with Honors, 39 AP Scholars with Distinction, 2 National Merit Finalists, and 9 AP Commended Students.
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about Merit Scholars (opens in new window/tab)
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Our AP Programs allow GCA students to challenge themselves while preparing to apply to top universities. All core classes are Honors Level or Advanced Placement.
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about Advanced Placement Programs (opens in new window/tab)
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Our many clubs are committed to furthering our GCA mission to develop students of impeccable character who embrace a passion for learning.
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Spartan Announcements
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about Principal Dr. Hood's Weekly Letter (opens in new window/tab)
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about Away for the Day - Student Cell Phone Use
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about No Cell Bell to Bell - Student Cell Phone Use
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about Important Tasks to Complete
GCA News & Events
GCA News
![New GCA Principal Elyse Torbert]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777564102/gilbertschoolsnet/swykoadx1pjv4vxqsina/GCAElyseTorbert.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777564102/gilbertschoolsnet/swykoadx1pjv4vxqsina/GCAElyseTorbert.png","width":512}])
The Spartan family is excited to announce the appointment of Principal Elyse Torbert in the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. She will bring a wealth of experience and a passion for continued student success and growth.
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about Gilbert Classical Academy Class of 2026
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about GCA Earns Sportsmanship Award and Tennis State Championship, Recognized at GPS Governing Board Meeting
![Allison Carmichael GCA Assistant Principal/Athletic Director]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1778595421/gilbertschoolsnet/blgujsqyr9kji1c7aoxe/GCAAllisonCarmichael1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1778595421/gilbertschoolsnet/blgujsqyr9kji1c7aoxe/GCAAllisonCarmichael1.png","width":512}])
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about GCA Welcomes a New Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
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about Gilbert Classical Academy Student Athlete Signing Days - April 23 & May 12, 2026
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about Congratulations Class of 2026! (opens in new window/tab)
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about Two GCA Students Named 2026 Gilbert Sister Cities Youth Ambassadors
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about GCA Recognizes 250+ Outstanding Students and Staff
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about GCA Students Launch Inaugural STEM Fair
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about 60 GPS Students Named 2026 All-State Musicians
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