Below Average
#2079 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy
High School · Elizabeth Public Schools
641 South Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Enrollment
1,291
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,291
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#2,079 of 2,466
In Elizabeth
#33 of 37
public schools
In district
#33 of 37
Elizabeth Public Schools
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy is a public high school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools.
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy serves approximately 1,291 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio.
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,079 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- NJ avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy — Students at Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 32 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Compares
See how Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
641 South Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy (rated 5.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,071
Median Home Value
$358,000
Median Rent
$1,508/mo
Population
44,638
College Educated
12.6%
Homeownership
26.2%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy
What grades does Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy serve?
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy?
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy rank in NJ?
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy ranks #2,079 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy a charter school?
No, Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy a Title I school?
No, Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy?
80.5% of students at Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (908) 436-6600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 66.0%
Resources & Links
District
Elizabeth Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 28,334
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,711
- District Rank
- #33 of 37
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