For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 310 students in 08757, NJ (there are , serving 97 private students). 76% 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08757, NJ Public Schools (2025)
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 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
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?
76% 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 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the New Jersey public schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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