For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 268 students in 08754, NJ.
The top ranked public high school in 08754, NJ is Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 08754 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the New Jersey public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 08754, NJ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 08754 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the New Jersey average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New Jersey or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08754, NJ Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 College Drive, Bldg. #12
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 286-5678
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 286-5678
Gr: 9-12 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Ocean Co Jdc
Alternative School
165 Sunset Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Gr: 9-12
08754, New Jersey Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ocean County Juv Det Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
165 Sunset Avenue
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Toms River, NJ 08754
(732) 341-1365
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 08754, NJ?
The top ranked public high schools in 08754, NJ include Ocvts Grunin Performing Arts Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 08754?
2 public high schools are located in 08754.
What is the racial composition of students in 08754?
08754 public high schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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