Total enrollment
1,028
-102 (-9%) vs SY 2020-21
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 school size near 343.
4-year change in Buena
SY 2020-21 vs SY 2024-25School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2020-21
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Residents
4,520
all ages · ACS 5-yr
Students
1,028
public K-12 · NCES
Schools
3
public K-12
| 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 4 years. Total public-school enrollment in Buena has decreased 9% since SY 2020-21, moving from about 1,130 students to 1,028.
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.