Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy vs John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New Jersey, United States, 14 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy
Elizabeth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,272 students
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Elizabeth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,348 students
| Measure | Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Elizabeth, New Jersey | John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #332 of 357 | #337 of 357 |
| National rank | #15401 of 16,910 | #15507 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,272 | 1,348 |
| Enrollment | 1,272 | 1,348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 82% |
| Students per teacher | 14.6 | 14.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 2% | 9% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (19.1 vs 18.7).
- •John E. Dwyer Technology Academy does better on math proficiency (9% vs 2%).
- •Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.4% vs 82%).
- •John E. Dwyer Technology Academy does better on students per teacher (14.5 vs 14.6).
- •John E. Dwyer Technology Academy is the larger school with 1,348 students compared with 1,272.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy better than John E. Dwyer Technology Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy and John E. Dwyer Technology Academy?
About 14 m in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy: 1,272. John E. Dwyer Technology Academy: 1,348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy and John E. Dwyer Technology Academy rank in New Jersey?
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy is 332nd of 357 and John E. Dwyer Technology Academy is 337th of 357 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).