Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology

1430 Alleghany St
Charlotte, NC 28208
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 1,552 students in grades 9-12, Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,552 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 94% (Top 20% in NC)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology's student population of 1,552 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,552 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NC)
#607 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
65-69%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
57%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
35%
63%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
4%
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Hispanic
26%
20%
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Black
65%
25%
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White
3%
44%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in North Carolina.
0.51
This chart displays the diversity score of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and the public school average diversity score of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
94%
86%
This chart displays graduation rate of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and public school graduation rate of North Carolina by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in North Carolina by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology's ranking?
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology is ranked #607 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology often compared to?
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Harding University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology is 94%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology?
1,552 students attend Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology?
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology offer ?
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology part of?
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology located?
Phillip O Berry Academy Of Technology is located in the Ashley Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC. There are 4 other public schools located in Ashley Park.

School Reviews

5   3/24/2020
C'' 13! Berry was amazing. Great memories, great faculty/staff, and a quality education. #BlackExcellence
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Tan-Asia C.
5   10/6/2012
Everything about P.O.B. is great, teachers, students, & i''m really looking forward to coming there.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - nique

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,552 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 97%
  • : 94% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65-69% (Top 30%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • : 35% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education

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