Gridley Street Elementary School operated a Winter Academy in January 2026 as part of its 2025–26 academic year programming. The program ran from 7:50 AM to 2:13 PM, with students entering through Gate 7 and dismissing through Gate 5 onto Gridley Street. The schedule and campus procedures supported additional learning opportunities while the school continued its Title I and GATE services under Principal Jacqueline Roman.

Q1. What after-school programs does Gridley Street Elementary offer?

Ans. Gridley Street Elementary offers a free after-school program that runs until 6:00 PM. It covers homework support and enrichment activities. The school also participates in LAUSD's extended learning initiatives.

Q2. Does Gridley Street Elementary have a GATE program?

Ans. Yes, Gridley Street Elementary offers a Gifted and Talented Education program. Families who think their child may qualify should speak with the teacher or the front office about starting the referral and assessment process within LAUSD.

Q3. How does Gridley Street Elementary communicate with families?

Ans. Gridley Street Elementary uses ParentSquare for school-wide announcements and updates. Teachers also send home weekly communication.

Q4. What is the school's mascot at Gridley Street Elementary?

Ans. The Gridley Street Elementary school community identifies as "Gridley Champions", a motto that the school uses to set expectations for student character and effort across all grade levels.

Q5. What feeder schools do Gridley Street Elementary students attend after 5th grade?

Ans. Students from Gridley Street Elementary typically move on to San Fernando Middle School, then to San Fernando Senior High School. Both are in the same LAUSD community of schools, keeping students in a familiar district environment as they advance.