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#372 of 2,466 schools in NJ

Top 15% in state

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

8.0

Grades

2nd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#372 of 2,466

In Elizabeth

#4 of 37

public schools

In district

#4 of 37

Elizabeth Public Schools

Equity

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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William F. Halloran School No.22

8.0/10

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About William F. Halloran School No.22

William F. Halloran School No.22 is a public middle school in Elizabeth, NJ, part of Elizabeth Public Schools. William F.

Halloran School No.22 serves approximately 1,145 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William F. Halloran School No.22 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for William F. Halloran School No.22 show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • NJ avg 6.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency70.1% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83.9% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg+28.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+40 pts
Overall Proficiency77% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected+50.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,711
Chronic Absenteeism4.5%

William F. Halloran School No.22 — Students at William F. Halloran School No.22 score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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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 (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 71.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 84.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
52.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 51 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
83%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
94%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
94%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
31%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
80%
2024
Math
63.4%
ELA
81.6%
2025
Math
70.1%
ELA
83.9%

* 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: 8.4/10.

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
8.0/10
85th percentile in NJ
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
77 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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. Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Terence C. Reilly School No 7 (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. 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 5.6
Thomas A. Edison Career and Technical Academy Elizabeth 0.4 mi 5.0
Mabel G. Holmes School No. 5 Elizabeth 0.4 mi 6.7
Christopher Columbus School No. 15 Elizabeth 0.6 mi 6.6
Terence C. Reilly School No 7 Elizabeth 0.7 mi 7.7
Nicholas S. Lacorte-Peterstown School No. 3 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 5.9
Sonia Sotomayor School No 25 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 7.3
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.0
Admiral William F. Halsey Jr. Health & Public Safety Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 4.8
K. Johnson D. Vaughan and M. Jackson STEM Academy Elizabeth 0.9 mi 3.4
Woodrow Wilson School No. 19 Elizabeth 0.8 mi 6.6
Thomas Jefferson Arts Academy Elizabeth 1.2 mi 4.6
Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy Elizabeth 1.2 mi 8.2
Frances C. Smith Early Childhood Center No 50 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 5.5
Dr. Orlando Edreira Academy School No. 26 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 8.7
Winfield Scott School No. 2 Elizabeth 1.3 mi 6.7
Jerome Dunn Academy No 9 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 5.1
George Washington Academy School No. 1 Elizabeth 1.1 mi 6.5
Juan Pablo Duarte - Jose Julian Marti School No 28 Elizabeth 1.0 mi 4.9
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

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Lincoln Middle School Kearny, NJ 8.1
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School Cliffwood, NJ 7.9

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 ranks #372 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

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

William F. Halloran School No.22 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 William F. Halloran School No.22?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William F. Halloran School No.22 has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.5%

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