Best 08753 New Jersey Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,241 students in 08753, NJ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08753, NJ are Toms River Intermediate School East and Toms River Intermediate School North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 08753 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the New Jersey public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 48% statewide average). Middle schools in 08753, NJ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle school average of 69% (majority Hispanic).

Best 08753, NJ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Toms River Intermediate School East
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1519 Hooper Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 505-5777
Gr: 6-8 | 1,271 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Toms River Intermediate School North
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
150 Intermediate North Way
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 505-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: n/an/a
Ocean Regional School
Alternative School
1141 Old Freehold Rd
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 505-4180
Gr: 1-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 08753, NJ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 08753, NJ include Toms River Intermediate School East and Toms River Intermediate School North.
How many public middle schools are located in 08753?
3 public middle schools are located in 08753.
What is the racial composition of students in 08753?
08753 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public middle schools average of 69% (majority Hispanic).

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