CALUMET NEW TECH HIGH SCHOOL

Calumet New Tech High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Lake Ridge New Tech Schools school district, located in Gary, IN with about 637 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, Calumet New Tech High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Calumet New Tech High School, located in Gary, Indiana, is a specialized secondary institution that operates as part of the Lake Ridge New Tech school system. The school is distinguished by its commitment to the "New Tech Network" model, which emphasizes project-based learning (PBL). Rather than relying solely on traditional lecture-based instruction, the curriculum focuses on hands-on, collaborative projects that challenge students to solve real-world problems. This approach is designed to cultivate critical thinking, communication, and technological literacy, preparing students for both higher education and the modern workforce.

Beyond its academic structure, Calumet New Tech places a heavy emphasis on fostering a professional culture. Students are frequently tasked with working in teams, simulating a workplace environment where accountability, public presentations, and peer-to-peer collaboration are central to their daily success. By integrating advanced technology into their project-based framework, the school aims to bridge the digital divide and provide students in the Gary community with the essential 21st-century skills necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

For more information, contact Calumet New Tech High School at (219) 838-6990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.