LAKE RIDGE NEW TECH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Lake Ridge New Tech Schools school district, located in Gary, IN with about 443 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. 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 25 teachers, Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School, located in Gary, Indiana, is part of the Lake Ridge School Corporation and is distinguished by its commitment to the "New Tech" instructional model. This educational approach focuses on project-based learning (PBL), which moves beyond traditional textbook instruction by requiring students to solve real-world problems and collaborate on complex, multi-disciplinary projects. By integrating technology into the daily curriculum, the school aims to foster critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy, preparing students to navigate the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce.

The school environment at Lake Ridge New Tech is designed to be student-centered, emphasizing the development of "soft skills" such as communication, teamwork, and self-management alongside rigorous academic standards. Through its partnership with the New Tech Network, the school maintains a culture of accountability and high expectations, where students often work in teams to create professional-quality products and presentations. This model is intended to cultivate a sense of agency and engagement, helping middle school students connect their classroom studies to tangible outcomes and potential future career paths.

For more information, contact Lake Ridge New Tech Middle School at (219) 980-0730 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.