Total enrollment
1,028
-250 (-20%) vs SY 2017-18
3 schools in Buena
New Jersey · Public K-12
Buena, New Jersey comes in at 3 public K-12 schools on the latest counts, with roughly 1,028 students total and an average campus size near 343.
7-year change in Buena
SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
54%
was 56%
% Hispanic
31%
was 27%
% Black
11%
was 15%
% Asian
2%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
| Name | Level | Grades | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Regional High School | High | 09-12 | 491 |
| Buena Regional Middle School | Middle | 06-08 | 345 |
| John C. Milanesi Elementary School | Elementary | PK-02 | 192 |
About Buena
Public education in Buena, New Jersey runs across 3 schools that enrolls roughly 1,028 students. By footprint, Buena sits in the low-population bracket.
In terms of grade levels, the city comprises 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.
Schools in Buena average about 343 students each, 36% lower than the New Jersey norm.
Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Buena has decreased 20% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,278 students to 1,028. On the demographic side, Black enrollment moved from 15% to 11% over the same window.
In the discussion threads here, the community for Buena discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.