John E. Dwyer Technology Academy

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.
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

Student Demographics for John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Demographic Student Count
White64
Hispanic1,110
Black251
Asian15
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    1,110 (76.9 %)
  • Black
    251 (17.4 %)
  • White
    64 (4.4 %)
  • Asian
    15 (1.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 9386
Grade 10384
Grade 11281
Grade 12302
Ungraded90
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John E. Dwyer Technology Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female53737.2%
Male90662.8%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)