Best Public Schools in Zip Code 08753

The 08753 zip code area of Toms River, New Jersey is home to 13 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools in the area, with some standout institutions like North Dover Elementary School and Toms River High School East leading the way in academic achievement.

North Dover Elementary School consistently outperforms the district and state averages on standardized tests, with over 50% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. It also has the highest percentage of students proficient in Science at the 5th grade level, earning it a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, several other elementary schools in the area struggle, with proficiency rates well below the state averages. The two Toms River Regional School District middle schools, Toms River Intermediate School East and Toms River Intermediate School North, generally have higher proficiency rates than the high schools in the district.

The high schools in the area also show varying levels of performance, with Toms River High School East standing out as the strongest performer, ranking 213th out of 426 New Jersey high schools. The district-wide graduation rate is slightly above the state average at 91.1%, and dropout rates are low, ranging from 1.2% to 1.4%. However, the chronic absenteeism rate across all schools is a concern, at 16.6%, which is higher than the state average.