Serving 1,723 students in grades 9-12, Phillip O Berry 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 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,723 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phillip O Berry Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Phillip O Berry Of Technology's student population of 1,723 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,723 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phillip O Berry Of Technology ranks within the top 30% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phillip O Berry Of Technology is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#663 out of 2568 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
25%
20%
Black
65%
25%
White
4%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phillip O Berry Of Technology's ranking?
Phillip O Berry Of Technology is ranked #663 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Phillip O Berry Of Technology often compared to?
Phillip O Berry 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phillip O Berry Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Phillip O Berry Of Technology is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Phillip O Berry Of Technology?
1,723 students attend Phillip O Berry Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Phillip O Berry Of Technology students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Phillip O Berry Of Technology?
Phillip O Berry Of Technology has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Phillip O Berry Of Technology offer ?
Phillip O Berry Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phillip O Berry Of Technology part of?
Phillip O Berry Of Technology is part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2020
C'' 13! Berry was amazing. Great memories, great faculty/staff, and a quality education. #BlackExcellence
5 10/6/2012
Everything about P.O.B. is great, teachers, students, & i''m really looking forward to coming there.
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