Serving 1,271 students in grades 6-8, Toms River Intermediate School East ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toms River Intermediate School East's student population of 1,271 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Rankings
Toms River Intermediate School East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toms River Intermediate School East is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1257 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
21%
35%
Black
2%
14%
White
71%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Toms River Regional School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toms River Intermediate School East's ranking?
Toms River Intermediate School East is ranked #1257 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Toms River Intermediate School East often compared to?
Toms River Intermediate School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Toms River Intermediate School North, Central Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Toms River Intermediate School East?
1,271 students attend Toms River Intermediate School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Toms River Intermediate School East students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toms River Intermediate School East?
Toms River Intermediate School East has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Toms River Intermediate School East offer ?
Toms River Intermediate School East offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toms River Intermediate School East part of?
Toms River Intermediate School East is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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