Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.
Hammond, Indiana, located in Lake County near the Illinois border, is part of the greater Chicago metropolitan area and known for its industrial roots and proximity to Lake Michigan. Once a hub for steel and manufacturing, Hammond is now undergoing efforts in redevelopment and education reform. It’s served by the School City of Hammond, educating around 12,000 students. Elementary proficiency rates are below state averages, typically ranging from 30–40%, and the graduation rate is around 83%. The district is investing in STEM programs and career pathways, but faces challenges with funding, infrastructure, and equity gaps. Notably, Jean Shepherd, the voice behind A Christmas Story, hailed from Hammond. The city continues pushing for academic improvement and economic revitalization.
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