John E. Dwyer Technology Academy vs Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New Jersey, United States, 617 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Elizabeth · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,348 students
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3
Elizabeth · Public elementary · Grades K–8
765 students
| Measure | John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth, New Jersey | Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth, New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #337 of 357 | #1281 of 1,479 |
| National rank | #15507 of 16,910 | #36383 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,348 | 765 |
| Enrollment | 1,348 | 765 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82% | 89.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.5 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 9% | 27% |
| city | Elizabeth | Elizabeth |
| state | New Jersey | New Jersey |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.3 vs 18.7).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 9%).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 27%).
- •John E. Dwyer Technology Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82% vs 89.7%).
- •Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 14.5).
- •John E. Dwyer Technology Academy is the larger school with 1,348 students compared with 765.
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 John E. Dwyer Technology Academy better than Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3?
On the Success Index (US), Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 ranks higher (33.3 vs 18.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are John E. Dwyer Technology Academy and Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3?
About 617 m in a straight line, between Elizabeth and Elizabeth in New Jersey.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy: 1,348. Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3: 765. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John E. Dwyer Technology Academy and Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 rank in New Jersey?
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy is 337th of 357 and Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 is 1281st of 1,479 among high schools in New Jersey on the 2025 Success Index (US).