Serving 1,444 students in grades 9-12, Toms River High 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 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toms River High School East's student population of 1,444 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Mascot
The Raiders
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Colors
Black, Grey, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Toms River High School East ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,201 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Toms River High 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
#1195 out of 2201 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
18%
34%
Black
4%
15%
White
72%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toms River High School East's ranking?
Toms River High School East is ranked #1195 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Toms River High School East often compared to?
Toms River High School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Toms River High School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% NJ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Toms River High School East?
The graduation rate of Toms River High School East is 83%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Toms River High School East?
1,444 students attend Toms River High School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Toms River High School East students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Toms River High School East?
Toms River High School East has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Toms River High School East offer ?
Toms River High School East offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toms River High School East part of?
Toms River High School East is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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