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William F. Halloran School No.22

Middle School · Elizabeth Public Schools

612 Pulaski Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Enrollment

1,145

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.0

Grades

2nd – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Elizabeth

#15 of 28

public schools

New Jersey middle schools

#266 of 441

In district

#20 of 37

Elizabeth Public Schools

Equity

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About William F. Halloran School No.22

William F. Halloran School No. 22 serves 1,145 students in grades 2-8 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, operating as a middle school with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1 and 77 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, ranking 608th out of 2,475 New Jersey schools, placing it in the 76th percentile statewide with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts, with 80% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance indicates room for growth, with 56% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. The school's overall academic score of 8.7 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence within the Elizabeth district.

Located on Pulaski Street in the 07202 ZIP code area, the school serves a diverse community where the median household income is $63,032 and median home value reaches $328,600. The surrounding neighborhood has a poverty rate of 13.1% and 12% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. William F.

Halloran School No. 22 operates within Elizabeth's large suburban setting, providing educational opportunities for families in Union County's most populous city.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Exceptional35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56%
Reading/ELA Proficiency80%
Math vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+36.1 pts
Overall Proficiency68%
Expected (poverty-adj.)21%
vs. Expected+47.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment3.1Fair25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,181

William F. Halloran School No.22 — Students at William F. Halloran School No.22 score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.5%
School
State
42.4%
ELA Proficiency 81.1%
School
State
51.5%

Based on 18 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
72%
ELA
94%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
80%
2024
Math
63.4%
ELA
81.6%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How William F. Halloran School No.22 Compares

See how William F. Halloran School No.22 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.5/10
9.5/10
Growth
4.7/10
Below average
Environment
3.1/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers

Location

612 Pulaski Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William F. Halloran School No.22 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Washington Academy School No. 1 (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No 28 (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Elizabeth, see our Elizabeth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
J. Christian Bollwage Finance Academy Elizabeth 0.1 mi 6.6
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy Elizabeth 0.4 mi 5.9
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Elizabeth 0.4 mi 5.1
Christopher Columbus School No. 15 Elizabeth 0.6 mi 6.4
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 Elizabeth 0.7 mi 5.5
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 5.0
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 4.9
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 6.3
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.7
K. Johnson D. Vaughan and M. Jackson STEM Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.9
Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 5.8
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Elizabeth 1.2 mi 6.4
Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy Elizabeth 1.2 mi 8.0
Frances C. Smith Early Childhood Center No 50 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 6.2
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 4.7
Winfield Scott School No. 2 Elizabeth 1.3 mi 5.7
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 5.9
George Washington Academy School No. 1 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 7.1
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No 28 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 6.7
John Marshal School No. 20 Elizabeth 1.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood 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

Community Profile

The community surrounding William F. Halloran School No.22 has a median household income of $68,071. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $358,000, with a median rent of $1,508/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.3%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William F. Halloran School No.22

What grades does William F. Halloran School No.22 serve?

William F. Halloran School No.22 serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.

How many students attend William F. Halloran School No.22?

William F. Halloran School No.22 has an enrollment of approximately 1,145 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William F. Halloran School No.22?

The student-teacher ratio at William F. Halloran School No.22 is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William F. Halloran School No.22 rank in NJ?

William F. Halloran School No.22 is ranked #1399 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.

What is William F. Halloran School No.22's MySchoolScout rating?

William F. Halloran School No.22 has a composite rating of 6.0 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at William F. Halloran School No.22?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, William F. Halloran School No.22 has 59.5% math proficiency and 81.1% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is William F. Halloran School No.22 a charter school?

No, William F. Halloran School No.22 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William F. Halloran School No.22 a Title I school?

No, William F. Halloran School No.22 is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William F. Halloran School No.22?

73.6% of students at William F. Halloran School No.22 qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,069/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Elizabeth). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
1,145
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
77
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Union County
Data Year
2023–2024

How We Rate Schools

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