Toms River Intermediate-North

This school is absolutely horrible. I would definitely rather my kid go to South. It is cleaner, has a better environment, and just better people. South is just better than North. North is the worst possible education center on the planet. Just horrible. From an athletic standpoint, they are horrible. Soccer team is just bad. And especially their school spirit. Nobody cares about the school. Compared to other schools in the district, North is by far the worst. But you gotta respect that girls basketball team.
—Submitted by a parent

Great school, excellent education, school offers many after school clubs and sports. We're so lucky to be in this school district.
—Submitted by a parent

It's clean and fresh to all the students to enjoy.. The teacher's are caring, educated and take time with your child. They provide great activities for the kids to participate before and after school.
—Submitted by a parent

The staff is always available to speak with me whether by phone or email and is always prompt with addressing any issue that may arise.
—Submitted by a parent

my kid loves his teachers and the school program
—Submitted by a parent

Intermediate North is the best school I've ever went to! If you're a parent who wishes to give your child the best education ever, than you should put him/her in I.N.! GO DOLPHINS!
—Submitted by a student

I have two children in 6th grade. One is in the Pinnacle (advanced) program) and the other in a two teacher setting. Comming from a small private elementary school, we were concerned on both a Social & Academic basis. The school is fantastic in all areas, with great teachers who really challenge the kids. Their zero tolerance policy really keeps the kids under control. I couldn't ask any more from a public school.
—Submitted by a parent

I am a current student at Intermediate north. The majority of teachers are very dedicated and experienced. There are lots of activities and clubs that take place throughout the school and administration is open to suggestions for new clubs and programs. One neggative is the schools thearter program. The anual plays are often bad due to the stage being in a caffetorium which causes bad acoustics in the room. Besides that north is known for good athletics and strong leadership programs. North has one of the most active student councils in the district which i know considering ive been involved in it for three years now. We have an incredible chorus program and a talented orchestra and band. middle school is as good or bad as you make it and overall north gives you the option.
—Submitted by a student

I am a parent of an Int. North student. Has never had any problems and is very successful academically. Has made either high or honor role every semester (now 8th grader). Have never had a problem with the school or teachers. First year at Int. North was the first time for 6th graders at school and the transiton was smooth and the sixth grade teachers were wonderful! The administration basically has the school under control and the majority of the students are respectful and want to learn (can say this as have had opportunity to observe at school). I will soon have another child attending this school and I am confident that they will have a quality education.
—Submitted by a parent

I went to West (now Intermediate North) for 2 years after I moved from Ridgefield, New Jersey. I thought it was excellent. The classrooms, brand new. The clocks, are tvs. The desks are in perfect condition. Every single classroom is air conditioned (perfect temperature during the summer). The teacher, excellent. The principle, excellent. I now attend Toms River High School South and I wish my intermediate year never ended. The halls are much more crowded, the school, way smaller, the rooms are hot and there are about 34 kids to each class...but at Intermediate West, the class sizes were about 28-30 and it was wonderful.
—Submitted by a former student

Bullying is horrible. kids get away with everything. Tons of kids get beat up every day, and the princaple doesn't do anything about it. It is a terrible school! unless your in a gang, with the popular kids. cursing is horrible and dress code is never payed attention to. kids can wear whatever they want. teachers are pretty good though. I cried every day after coming home from that horrible school.
—Submitted by a former student

Student 2003-2005 Principal leadership: (3) No comment Teacher quality: (4) Genuinely good teachers, although a few are quite simply unbearable. Many of the teachers have good morals and good teaching methods. Extracurricular activities: (3) Although I am not involved in any after school activities, I know they offer a decent selection. Unfortunately, I beleive they give out details on them a bit late in the year, with little time to think over. Parental involvement: (2) From what I know, very little. Safety/Dicipline: (1) The school, quite honestly, is very 'jungle-like'. Many of the students act like animals and get away with most that they do. Everyone is a target for ridicule. Overall Quality: (2.5) A decent school in terms of education and activities, but unless your cool or popular you most likely won't thrive well in this school. High self-esteem is a must have. Even still, I'm 'proud' of my school.
—Submitted by a student