Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology, known locally as Berry, is a magnet high school operated by Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. Its namesake, Phillip Berry, was an education activist and the first African American from Charlotte to be elected to the school board. Phillip Berry was also the first African American from Charlotte elected to the North Carolina State House of Representatives.
Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology serves approximately 2,000 students from Charlotte, and is a science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) magnet school with programs in advanced placement, software development, graphic design, and health careers. Roughly more than a third of the Phillip O. Berry Cardinals participate in AP courses. Berry’s curriculum spans three academies based on student interests: Engineering, Information Technology, and Medical Sciences and Biotechnology.
Specialized curriculum includes advanced sciences such as forensics, microbiology, environmental science, chemistry and physics. Berry Cardinals can also enjoy an array of sports, arts and extracurricular activities including gaming, step team, chess club, marching band, film and drama club, astronomy club and more.
Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1430 Alleghany St,
Charlotte, NC
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
School Details
Head of School
Terra Kennedy
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1110
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
67%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.39
Graduation Rate
94%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
B-
B-
B
B-
B
A-
B-
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.39
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
67%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
85
Full Time Teachers
85
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1110
Math
550
Verbal
560
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
21
Reading
23
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
21.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
279:1
Student Diversity
Male
51.3%
Female
48.7%
Black
65.4%
Hispanic
26.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.7%
White
3%
Two or more races
1.4%
Native American
<1%
School Rankings
#14
Niche Standout HS in North Carolina
#46
Best Magnet HS in North Carolina
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
North Carolina A&T State University
803 Students
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
718 Students
University of North Carolina - Greensboro
621 Students
Winston-Salem State University
563 Students
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
534 Students
North Carolina State University
528 Students
North Carolina Central University
455 Students
East Carolina University
368 Students
Appalachian State University
325 Students
Wingate University
233 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology
215 Students
Nursing
192 Students
Computer Science
177 Students
Business
173 Students
Psychology
158 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
105 Students
Graphic Design
76 Students
Computer Software Engineering
59 Students
Marketing
55 Students
Information Technology
53 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/16/2025
I love Phillip o Berry It's family oriented I have nothing bad to say about it ... I love the teacher and they are all about their students education
5/1/2025
My overall experience while attending Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology has had its ups and downs. My freshman year was one of the more fun years I've had at Berry but as time went on I started to realize just how challenging the work would be. I would say my most challenging year yet (school work- wise) would be my sophomore but, if we're speaking in terms of learning more about colleges, my most challenging year yet would have to be my junior year. At times I feel a little lost as to what I'm supposed to be doing to prepare myself for college but I feel that in the end it'll all work out just the way it's supposed to. That's how life is.
12/16/2024
My time here at Berry has been pretty good because I have some great resources and my teachers are very understanding and flexible on certain things. Not only is there a good academic program but the social aspect of high school is often incorporated as well. Being a student here does challenge you though because all core classes are honors with some honors electives. The staff is also very nice and welcoming to students.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/4/2025
Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology is an outstanding school that provides students with a strong academic foundation while preparing them for careers in technology and beyond. The dedicated teachers and staff are passionate about student success, offering engaging and challenging coursework that...
3/8/2016
Great experience with staff and guidance counselors... They have great programs for students.. Great communication
4/15/2015
There are so many problems with this school. Phillip O Berry has changed so much now that there is a new principal on the horizon; Ms. Kennedy. The previous principal, Dr. Carroll, was trying to build and educational environment but that all was destructed with Ms. Kennedy. Phillip O Berry has the p...
6/1/2014
My son has been at POB since his Freshman year. As he prepares for graduation in a week I feel it is finally time to give a review. To speak on the academic program I will list the colleges he has been accepted to.....Harvard, Vanderbilt, Citadel, Naval Academy, Morehouse. All have offered some form...
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$358,300
Median Lot Size
10,018 Sq Ft
% Renters
67%
Average Household Income
$80,648
% of College Grads
44.9%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,289 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
82.3%
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Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Charlotte, NC and is served by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,723 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 67% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.39, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1110 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $358,300. Discover additional schools in the area, like Harding University High School, Charlotte Lab School, Northwest School of the Arts, and more. Learn more about what Charlotte has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Phillip O Berry Academy of Technology.