For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,524 students in 08722, NJ.
The top-ranked public schools in 08722, NJ are Beachwood Elementary School and Toms River Intermediate School South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 08722 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the New Jersey public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in 08722, NJ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New Jersey public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 08722, NJ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beachwood Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
901 Berkeley Avenue
Beachwood, NJ 08722
(732) 505-5820
Beachwood, NJ 08722
(732) 505-5820
Gr: K-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Toms River Intermediate School South
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1675 Pinewald Road
Beachwood, NJ 08722
(732) 505-3900
Beachwood, NJ 08722
(732) 505-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 1,044 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 08722, NJ?
The top-ranked public schools in 08722, NJ include Beachwood Elementary School and Toms River Intermediate School South.
How many public schools are located in 08722?
2 public schools are located in 08722.
What is the racial composition of students in 08722?
08722 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New Jersey public schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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