TOMS RIVER HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH

Toms River High School South is a public high school that is part of the Toms River Regional School District school district, located in TOMS RIVER, NJ with about 1,374 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 103 teachers, Toms River High School South has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Toms River High School South, located at 55 Hyers Street in Toms River, New Jersey, is a prominent public secondary school with a long-standing tradition in the community. As one of the three main high schools in the Toms River Regional School District, "South" is widely recognized for its strong sense of school spirit and its deep-rooted history. The school serves students in grades 9 through 12, offering a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes various honors and Advanced Placement courses, alongside a wide range of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs and performing arts initiatives.

The school is perhaps best known for its iconic "Indians" mascot and its long-standing athletic rivalries within the Jersey Shore area. Beyond academics and sports, Toms River South emphasizes student engagement and community involvement, fostering an environment where tradition and school pride play a significant role in the student experience. With its central location in Toms River, the school continues to be a focal point for local families, consistently striving to prepare its students for post-secondary education and career success through a blend of rigorous classroom instruction and a supportive campus culture.

For more information, contact Toms River High School South at (732) 505-5738 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

55 HYERS STREET
TOMS RIVER, NJ 08753
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TOMS RIVER HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH is a public school in TOMS RIVER, NJ with about 1,374 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,374
Teachers:
103.4
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,374 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TOMS RIVER HIGH SCHOOL SOUTH is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
72.5%
Hispanic/Latino
14.0%
Black or African American
7.9%
Two or more races
3.0%
Asian
2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.