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Toms River Intermediate School North

Middle School · Toms River Regional School District

150 INTERMEDIATE NORTH WAY, Toms River, NJ 08753

Enrollment

932

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,029 of 2,466

In Toms River

#9 of 15

public schools

In district

#11 of 18

Toms River Regional School District

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Toms River Intermediate School North

5.0/10

Middle School in Toms River · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Toms River Intermediate School North

Toms River Intermediate School North is a public middle school in Toms River, NJ, part of Toms River Regional School District. Toms River Intermediate School North serves approximately 932 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Toms River Intermediate School North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,029 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Toms River Intermediate School North show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • NJ avg 6.9

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Toms River Intermediate School North were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,053
Chronic Absenteeism30.7%

Toms River Intermediate School North — Students at Toms River Intermediate School North score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
55.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 42 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
35.6%
ELA
46.3%
2025
Math
36.3%
ELA
45.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Toms River Intermediate School North Compares

See how Toms River Intermediate School North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
18th percentile in NJ
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

150 INTERMEDIATE NORTH WAY, Toms River, NJ 08753

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Toms River Intermediate School North may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lake Riviera Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Brick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Toms River Intermediate School East (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Toms River, see our Toms River schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
THE GODDARD SCHOOL Toms River 0.1 mi
OCEAN COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Toms River 0.2 mi 7.7
TOMS RIVER NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Toms River 0.3 mi
Toms River High School North Toms River 0.7 mi 4.2
Walnut Street Elementary School Toms River 1.6 mi 5.1
North Dover Elementary School Toms River 1.8 mi 4.3
Hooper Avenue Elementary School Toms River 1.7 mi 5.1
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Toms River 2.3 mi 4.4
DONOVAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Toms River 2.3 mi 4.2
Toms River Intermediate School East Toms River 1.9 mi 5.8
Toms River High School South Toms River 2.5 mi 3.5
West Dover Elementary School Toms River 2.2 mi 3.1
Cedar Grove Elementary School Toms River 2.4 mi 5.9
OCVTS Grunin Performing Arts Academy Toms River 2.3 mi 6.6
Joseph A. Citta Elementary School Toms River 2.7 mi 4.6
Washington Street Elementary School Toms River 3.0 mi 5.5
MESIVTA OF EATONTOWN Lakewood 3.4 mi 6.0
CHEDER TIFERES YISROEL Lakewood 3.5 mi 5.3
South Toms River Elementary School South Toms River 3.7 mi 4.1
Lake Riviera Middle School Brick 3.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08753 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,648

Median Home Value

$377,200

Median Rent

$1,742/mo

Population

64,788

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

81.4%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

42

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Toms River Intermediate School North

What grades does Toms River Intermediate School North serve?

Toms River Intermediate School North serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Toms River Intermediate School North?

Toms River Intermediate School North has an enrollment of approximately 932 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Toms River Intermediate School North?

The student-teacher ratio at Toms River Intermediate School North is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Toms River Intermediate School North rank in NJ?

Toms River Intermediate School North ranks #2,029 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Toms River Intermediate School North's MySchoolScout rating?

Toms River Intermediate School North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Toms River Intermediate School North?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Toms River Intermediate School North has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Toms River Intermediate School North a charter school?

No, Toms River Intermediate School North is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Toms River Intermediate School North a Title I school?

No, Toms River Intermediate School North is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Toms River Intermediate School North?

46.2% of students at Toms River Intermediate School North qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
932
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.7%

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