Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, Buena Regional Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buena Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Buena Regional Middle School's student population of 332 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Motto
Honoring Tradition Inspiring Futures
School Rankings
Buena Regional Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buena Regional Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1934 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
33%
34%
Black
13%
15%
White
50%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buena Regional Middle School's ranking?
Buena Regional Middle School is ranked #1934 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Buena Regional Middle School?
332 students attend Buena Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Buena Regional Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buena Regional Middle School?
Buena Regional Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Buena Regional Middle School offer ?
Buena Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Buena Regional Middle School part of?
Buena Regional Middle School is part of Buena Regional School District.
In what neighborhood is Buena Regional Middle School located?
Buena Regional Middle School is located in the Landisville neighborhood of Buena, NJ.
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