For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 259 students in 08754, NJ.
The top-ranked public school in 08754, NJ is Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08754 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08754, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08754, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 College Drive, Bldg. #12
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 286-5678
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 286-5678
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Ocean Co Jdc
Alternative School
165 Sunset Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Gr: 8-11
08754, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ocean County Juv Det Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
165 Sunset Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08754, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08754, NJ include Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy.
How many public schools are located in 08754?
2 public schools are located in 08754.
What is the racial composition of students in 08754?
08754 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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