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Philip J. Weaver Education Center

#1 in Best High Schools for the Arts in North Carolina
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 122 reviews
A+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Teachers
    A-
  4. College Prep
    A
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A
  6. Health & Safety
    A
  7. Administration
    A
  8. Sports
    NG
  9. Food
    C
  10. Resources & Facilities
    A-
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Philip J. Weaver Education Center is a top rated, public, magnet school located in Greensboro, NC. It has 254 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 6 to 1. According to state test scores, 75% of students are at least proficient in math and 87% in reading.
Address
300 South Spring Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
Telephone
(336) 370-8282
Website
weaver.gcsnc.com/pages/Weaver_Academy

Philip J. Weaver Education Center Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
87%
Percent Proficient - Math
75%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1200
62 responses
Average ACT
27
37 responses
AP Enrollment
53%
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Living in the Area
A-
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Crime & Safety
    C
  2. Diversity
    A+
  3. Cost of Living
    B
  4. Good for Families
    B+
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$42,802
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$787
National
$949
Median Home Value
$148,500
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
92%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.12 responses
Poll
92%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.12 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 26 responses
Report
  • WAPOs
    38%
  • Big spring musical production
    19%
  • PVA concerts
    19%
  • Walk for Diabetes/Pie toss
    15%
  • Spirit Week
    8%

Students

Diversity
A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
254
Free or Reduced Lunch
18%
92%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.13 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.13 responses
0%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.13 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$41,686
Teachers in First/Second Year
3.4%
93%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.14 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.14 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.14 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$10,627/ year
National
$12,239
76%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.17 responses
12%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.17 responses
59%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.17 responses
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Philip J. Weaver Education Center Reviews

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Weaver Academy is a great school to attend if you want to further your experience within your performing art. But the academics are a lot harder than a normal high school, that being there can be a heavy workload. You just have to prepare yourself physically and mentally for it. The school itself needs a lot of updating, or all in all a new school needs to be built. The ceilings are falling apart, we have classes outside in trailers, etc. The people there are mediocre, you will have your pros and cons for teachers and staff. But again all in all it is a decent school to attend, your pva teachers are usually phenomenal and you can easily build up your resume or portfolio!
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Weaver Academy is the most amazing school and I am so lucky to have attended it! My home school is Grimsley, but I was allowed to attend Weaver full-time as a CTE student. In my years at Weaver, I was able to take 14 computer science classes! I feel like I am very prepared to attend college as well as I have an insight into what I want to study at college. The classes were small and the teachers very knowledgeable! The teachers clearly enjoy what they teach as well as working with students. The principle runs a tight ship that allows students and teachers to blend well together.
I love Weaver Academy. The academics are excellent and challenging. Weaver allows self expression and supports individuality which I love. It allows students to focus in particular areas of interest which can help them choose a career path. The energy of the school is always positive and uplifting and it is a great place to learn new things!