For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 330 students in 08757, NJ (there are 1 private school, serving 97 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in 08757, NJ are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 08757, NJ is South Toms River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 08757 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08757, NJ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08757, NJ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Toms River Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
419 Dover Road
Toms River, NJ 08757
(732) 505-5890
Toms River, NJ 08757
(732) 505-5890
Gr: K-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08757, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08757, NJ include South Toms River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 08757?
1 public schools are located in 08757.
What percentage of students in 08757 go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in 08757 are educated in public schools (compared to the NJ state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 08757?
08757 public schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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