For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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