Serving 1,381 students in grades 9-12, Toms River High School South ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,381 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toms River High School South's student population of 1,381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,381 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toms River High School South ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toms River High School South is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1324 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
22%
32%
Black
6%
15%
White
67%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toms River High School South's ranking?
Toms River High School South is ranked #1324 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Toms River High School South often compared to?
Toms River High School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Toms River High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Toms River High School South?
The graduation rate of Toms River High School South is 84%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Toms River High School South?
1,381 students attend Toms River High School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Toms River High School South students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toms River High School South?
Toms River High School South has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Toms River High School South offer ?
Toms River High School South offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Toms River High School South part of?
Toms River High School South is part of Toms River Regional School District.
School Reviews
5 3/20/2020
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