Toms River Intermediate School East

www.trschools.com/ieast/

1,294 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Toms River Intermediate School East (RISE) is a public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8 in Toms River, New Jersey. As a prominent component of the Toms River Regional School District, the institution is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the gap between elementary and high school education. The school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to meet state standards while preparing students for the rigors of secondary education, focusing on both foundational knowledge and the development of critical thinking skills.

Beyond academics, Toms River Intermediate School East places a strong value on student engagement and community involvement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student clubs, which allow students to explore their personal interests and develop social-emotional competencies. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and academic growth, the school aims to create a well-rounded educational experience that encourages students to become active, responsible, and prepared citizens within the larger Toms River community.

1,294

Total Students

91.2

Full-Time Teachers

14.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.2%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Toms River Intermediate School East
Demographic	Student Count
White	962
Hispanic	211
Black	41
Asian	29
Two or More	50
American Indian	1

White
962 (74.3 %)
Hispanic
211 (16.3 %)
Two or More
50 (3.9 %)
Black
41 (3.2 %)
Asian
29 (2.2 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Toms River Regional School District
Phone:	(732)505-5777
Website:	http://www.trschools.com/ieast/
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,294
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	91.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	380
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	62

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 409

Grade 7 405

Grade 8 404

Ungraded 76