Serving 1,140 students in grades 2-8, William F. Halloran School No.22 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 1,140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William F. Halloran School No.22 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
William F. Halloran School No.22's student population of 1,140 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Motto
Every Child, Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
William F. Halloran School No.22 ranks within the top 20% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William F. Halloran School No.22 is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#294 out of 2184 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
72%
35%
Black
14%
14%
White
11%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William F. Halloran School No.22's ranking?
William F. Halloran School No.22 is ranked #294 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are William F. Halloran School No.22 often compared to?
William F. Halloran School No.22is often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend William F. Halloran School No.22?
1,140 students attend William F. Halloran School No.22.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of William F. Halloran School No.22 students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William F. Halloran School No.22?
William F. Halloran School No.22 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does William F. Halloran School No.22 offer ?
William F. Halloran School No.22 offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William F. Halloran School No.22 part of?
William F. Halloran School No.22 is part of Elizabeth School District.
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