John D. O’Bryant School

John D. O’Bryant School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 7-12
55 Malcolm X Blvd,  Roxbury, MA
Boston Public Schools
3.7
3.5
1,548 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tanya Freeman-wisdom
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1180
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
80%
Reading Proficiency
79%
Average GPA
3.32
Graduation Rate
98%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
C+
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.32
Reading Proficiency
79%
Math Proficiency
80%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
96
Full Time Teachers
96
Teachers in First or Second Year
3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1180
Math
600
Verbal
580
Average ACT
24
Math
26
English
24
Reading
22
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
49.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
15.8%
State Average
7.6%
Science
3%
State Average
6.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
393:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.3%
Male
47.6%
Hispanic
35.1%
Black
31.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
19.1%
White
11.9%
Two or more races
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Best Magnet HS in Massachusetts
#6 Most Diverse Public HS in Massachusetts
Source: Niche

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.
University of Massachusetts Boston 532 Students
Boston University 517 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst 437 Students
Northeastern University 430 Students
Boston College 298 Students
University of Massachusetts Lowell 267 Students
Suffolk University 258 Students
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth 225 Students
Tufts University 208 Students
Simmons University 158 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 171 Students
Psychology 153 Students
Biology 147 Students
Nursing 111 Students
Computer Science 96 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 87 Students
Finance 58 Students
Political Science and Government 47 Students
Marketing 45 Students
Accounting 41 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 386 Reviews
5.0 Senior
2/14/2025
I am a current senior at Obryant and throughout my four years, Ive had an amazing experience. Ive been exposed to many different opportunities and resources which helped me pave my path for college. Ive also got to meet many different students and make friends from all over the world due to O'Bryants diversity.
3.0 Junior
2/2/2025
Being at this school takes a lot of energy but they let us know that they. Are trying to prepare us for the best future in colleges so it's worth it I guess.
2.0 Senior
11/7/2024
The best part about OB are the options to take AP. The AP teachers are usually more passionate about what they teach. The worst part has been the administration. They are much ruder to students than teachers and seem to have a power complex.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 4 Reviews
1.0 other
3/26/2021
One of the worst schools in my honest opinion. The school does not care for students well being or mental health and overwhelms students with homework and excessive tests and consequences for academic difficulties. The school only cares about beating school competition. The school brushes bullying a...
3.0 student
8/30/2018
I'm currently a student at the O'Bryant and my first year was horrible, because I didn't really understand the system. Later in the school year, it got a little better and I met some really nice friends. The teachers, however, sometimes overwhelm students with a lot of work and the next day some tea...
5.0 other
8/22/2013
Great school it is awesome I love it it is just great Obryan't all day
5.0 other
4/6/2013
Coming into the O'Bryant as a transfer student from Boston Latin School I did not know what to expect. One of the first things I noticed coming when I came to OB is that the teachers where really supportive. Back at BLS I can remember having to rely on myself to pass the classes (Thankfully I eased...

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John D. O’Bryant School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Roxbury, MA and is served by the Boston Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 1,548 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 80% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 79% are proficient in reading. John D. O’Bryant School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.32, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1180 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $789,089. Discover additional schools in the area, like Boston Latin School, Dearborn STEM Academy, Madison Park High School, and more. Learn more about what Roxbury has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John D. O’Bryant School.

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