For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 511 students in 08755, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 08755, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 08755, NJ is Joseph A. Citta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08755 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08755, NJ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08755, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2050 Lakewood Road
Toms River, NJ 08755
(732) 818-8550
Toms River, NJ 08755
(732) 818-8550
Gr: PK-5 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08755, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08755, NJ include Joseph A. Citta Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08755?
1 public schools are located in 08755.
What percentage of students in 08755 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 08755 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08755?
08755 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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