Toms River High School North is a four-year comprehensive public high school, and was the second public high school established in Toms River, in Ocean County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, operating as part of the Toms River Regional Schools.
Serving 1,962 students in grades 9-12, Toms River High School North 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 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,962 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toms River High School North's student population of 1,962 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,962 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Toms River High School North 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 High School North is 0.64, 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
#1417 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
34%
34%
Black
8%
15%
White
49%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 North's ranking?
Toms River High School North is ranked #1417 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Toms River High School North often compared to?
Toms River High School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Toms River High School East, Toms River High School South by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Toms River High School North?
The graduation rate of Toms River High School North is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Toms River High School North?
1,962 students attend Toms River High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Toms River High School North students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toms River High School North?
Toms River High School North has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Toms River High School North offer ?
Toms River High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Toms River High School North part of?
Toms River High School North is part of Toms River Regional School District.
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