Serving 1,552 students in grades 9-12, Toms River High School East ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 24% 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: 1,552 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toms River High School East's student population of 1,552 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,552 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Toms River High School East 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 East is 0.40, 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
#1170 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
16%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
76%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 East's ranking?
Toms River High School East is ranked #1170 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 East often compared to?
Toms River High School Eastis 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Toms River High School East?
The graduation rate of Toms River High School East is 88%, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Toms River High School East?
1,552 students attend Toms River High School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Toms River High School East students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toms River High School East?
Toms River High School East 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 East offer ?
Toms River High School East offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Toms River High School East part of?
Toms River High School East is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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