John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
1,443 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
John E. Dwyer Technology Academy, located on Pearl Street in Elizabeth, New Jersey, is a specialized secondary school focused on integrating rigorous academics with technical and vocational training. As part of the Elizabeth Public Schools district, the academy is designed to prepare students for both higher education and the modern workforce by offering specialized pathways in areas such as information technology, engineering, and digital media. The school emphasizes a project-based learning environment, encouraging students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world technological challenges.
Beyond its technical curriculum, the academy fosters a professional atmosphere intended to cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and industry-ready skills. By partnering with local businesses and providing access to modern technology and equipment, the school aims to bridge the gap between high school and career readiness. It serves as a key institution in the Elizabeth community for students who are looking for an educational experience that goes beyond the traditional classroom, focusing instead on high-demand fields in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
Beyond its technical curriculum, the academy fosters a professional atmosphere intended to cultivate critical thinking, collaboration, and industry-ready skills. By partnering with local businesses and providing access to modern technology and equipment, the school aims to bridge the gap between high school and career readiness. It serves as a key institution in the Elizabeth community for students who are looking for an educational experience that goes beyond the traditional classroom, focusing instead on high-demand fields in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
1,443
Total Students
98.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 64 |
| Hispanic | 1,110 |
| Black | 251 |
| Asian | 15 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Hispanic1,110 (76.9 %)
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Black251 (17.4 %)
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White64 (4.4 %)
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Asian15 (1.0 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Elizabeth Public Schools |
| Phone: | (908)436-6565 |
| Website: | http://www.epsnj.org/Domain/13 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,443 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 98.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 993 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 112 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
386
Grade 10
384
Grade 11
281
Grade 12
302
Ungraded
90
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 386 |
| Grade 10 | 384 |
| Grade 11 | 281 |
| Grade 12 | 302 |
| Ungraded | 90 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 537 | 37.2% |
| Male | 906 | 62.8% |
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