Is William R Boone High a good school?

William R Boone High ranks 268 th of 807 Florida high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

How many students attend William R Boone High?

In the 2022-23 school year, 2,780 students attended William R Boone High.

What is the racial makeup of William R Boone High?

Students at William R Boone High are 42% White, 42% Hispanic, 10% African American, 3% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

What schools feed into William R Boone High?

William R Boone High is fed by the following schools: Elementary : Blankner K-8 Elementary : Conway Elementary Elementary : Dover Shores Elementary Elementary : Lake George Elementary

William R Boone High

Summary:

William R Boone High is a public high school in Orlando, Florida, serving 2,780 students in grades 9-12 and part of the Orange County School District, which is ranked 31 out of 68 districts in the state.

William R Boone High has a relatively diverse student population, with 42.27% White, 9.93% African American, and 41.76% Hispanic students. This diversity is higher compared to nearby Jones High, which has an 85.59% African American student population. The school has maintained high four-year graduation rates, ranging from 95.6% to 98.9% over the past few years, significantly higher than the 16.5% rate at Workforce Advantage Academy Charter. However, William R Boone High's test scores show some areas of concern, such as a 26% proficiency rate in Algebra 1, compared to the district and state averages of 53% and 55%, respectively.

The school has experienced a significant increase in chronic absenteeism, rising from 17.7% in 2019-2020 to 41.2% in 2022-2023, higher than the 86.3% rate at Workforce Advantage Academy Charter. While William R Boone High has generally maintained a strong performance, there are signs of declining academic achievement, particularly in Algebra 1 proficiency, which is worth further investigation. Addressing the root causes of chronic absenteeism and ensuring all students have access to the resources they need will be crucial for the school to continue its positive trajectory.

Detail:

Public, Magnet 9-12

1000 E Kaley St
Orlando, FL 32806

(407) 893-7200

District: Orange

SchoolDigger Rank:
268^th of 807 Florida High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $8,887

Feeder schools for William R Boone High:

Elementary:	Blankner K-8
	Conway Elementary
	Dover Shores Elementary
	Lake George Elementary

Student/teacher ratio: 21.5

Number of students: 2,780

Racial breakdown:

White:

42.3%

Hispanic:

41.8%

African American:

9.9%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 44.4%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details William R Boone High ranks better than 66.8% of high schools in Florida. It also ranks 12^th among 36 ranked high schools in the Orange School District. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 52.99. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at William R Boone High who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (42.3%), Hispanic (41.8%), African American (9.9%). (See more...)

Compare Details 44.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at William R Boone High is 21.5, which is the 25^th best among 36 high schools in the Orange School District. (See more...)

Compare William R Boone High employs 129 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at William R Boone High is $8,887, which is the 25^th highest among 36 high schools in the Orange School District.

Schooldigger Rankings:

William R Boone High was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

SchoolDigger ranks William R Boone High 268^th of 807 Florida public high schools. (See William R Boone High in the ranking list.)

Orange:

SchoolDigger ranks Orange 31^st of 68 Florida school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for William R Boone High

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	FL State Percentile
2004	76.32	98^th	484	79.8%
2005	70.09	141^st	487	71.0%
2006	69.54	131^st	477	72.5%
2007	78.55	98^th	563	82.6%
2008	77.08	114^th	577	80.2%
2009	78.37	105^th	587	82.1%
2010	77.34	127^th	620	79.5%
2011	79.86	110^th	622	82.3%
2012	61.84	149^th	606	75.4%
2013	64.76	163^rd	648	74.8%
2014	59.32	233^rd	687	66.1%
2016	53.04	250^th	693	63.9%
2017	59.28	185^th	714	74.1%
2018	63.59	159^th	716	77.8%
2019	60.26	193^rd	734	73.7%
2021	56.98	203^rd	746	72.8%
2022	56.35	220^th	774	71.6%
2023	58.17	216^th	792	72.7%
2024	52.99	268^th	807	66.8%

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Data source: Florida Department of Education

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by a parent
Thursday, July 25, 2013

Boone High School is an incredible school that has something for everyone.
In the area of athletics, Boone offers every sport sanctioned by the FHSAA. Boone is one of the top producer of top athletes, ones that often receive scholarships to D1 schools.
In the sphere of student involvement, Boone has one of the most dynamic Student Governments in the State of Florida, one that wins awards, eagerly welcomes students, works tirelessly to keep tradition and spirit alive, and maintains a professional representation of the student body.
On the subject of arts programs, Boone has top arts programs including a band that has performed at Carnegie Hall, chorus that competes on the state level, innovative photography and graphic design, and a theatre program that performs a diverse range of genres at a professional level of excellence.
On the subject of student clubs, there are over 50 diverse organizations that provide a place for everyone, and the creation of a new club is a simple task as well.
The administration and staff at Boone are dedicated to their students success. One can genuinely tell that they love what they do.
Boone High School is one of the oldest and finest schools in the State of Florida for a well rounded education. You'll be happy here. Close Quote

by a student
Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Boone has always been a school interested in academics. Most of the 80's and 90's the football team "stunk", but it wasn't critical because we knew we were getting an excellent education. Close Quote

Enrollment information for William R Boone High

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1988	1901	108	47	95	4	n/a	n/a	0	2155
1989	1749	77	42	128	3	n/a	n/a	0	1999
1990	1659	101	35	149	3	n/a	n/a	0	1947
1991	1879	125	44	229	1	n/a	n/a	0	2278
1992	1796	133	64	311	6	n/a	n/a	0	2310
1993	1825	158	63	331	5	n/a	n/a	0	2382
1994	1777	162	74	367	2	n/a	n/a	0	2382
1995	1785	234	57	409	8	n/a	n/a	0	2493
1996	1785	234	57	409	8	n/a	n/a	0	2493
1997	1884	255	64	464	7	n/a	n/a	0	2674
1998	1922	306	71	451	6	n/a	n/a	0	2756
1999	2002	347	82	458	9	n/a	n/a	0	2898
2000	1909	375	74	493	4	n/a	n/a	0	2855
2001	1930	362	73	531	2	n/a	n/a	0	2898
2002	2018	351	59	602	3	n/a	n/a	0	3033
2003	2018	351	59	602	3	n/a	n/a	0	3033
2004	2059	468	65	621	4	n/a	n/a	0	3217
2005	2128	479	59	672	8	n/a	n/a	0	3346
2006	2043	440	60	721	11	n/a	n/a	0	3275
2007	1998	382	61	711	8	n/a	n/a	33	3193
2008	1863	383	62	746	10	n/a	n/a	35	3099
2009	1801	383	63	786	8	n/a	n/a	42	3083
2010	1790	355	66	785	8	n/a	n/a	48	3052
2011	1639	300	56	789	8	6	61	0	2859
2012	1633	297	61	845	8	2	58	0	2904
2013	1625	297	61	870	8	2	55	0	2918
2014	1556	310	49	914	8	1	58	0	2896
2015	1420	288	61	920	5	2	67	0	2763
2016	1409	285	63	1006	2	2	75	0	2842
2017	1344	288	75	1029	4	3	69	0	2812
2018	1318	278	78	1047	5	2	73	0	2801
2019	1347	285	66	1102	4	5	65	0	2874
2020	1276	291	80	1081	5	2	67	0	2802
2021	1293	273	66	1146	5	5	75	0	2863
2022	1283	274	65	1138	8	3	76	0	2847
2023	1175	276	67	1161	4	8	89	0	2780

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

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Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at William R Boone High

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	2155	112.0	19.2	3.6
1989	1999	113.0	17.6	3.8
1990	1947	110.0	17.7	6.2
1991	2278	122.0	18.6	4.9
1992	2310	124.0	18.6	n/a
1993	2382	107.0	22.3	0.7
1994	2382	110.0	21.7	7.6
1995	2493	113.0	22.1	13.9
1996	2493	113.0	22.1	13.9
1997	2674	119.0	22.5	15
1998	2756	142.0	19.4	12.6
1999	2898	142.0	20.4	23.8
2000	2855	141.0	20.2	25.8
2001	2898	133.0	21.8	24.7
2002	3033	142.0	21.4	18.4
2003	3033	142.0	21.4	18.4
2004	3217	154.0	20.9	19.1
2005	3346	166.0	20.2	31.1
2006	3275	176.0	18.6	23.6
2007	3193	173.0	18.5	22.7
2008	3099	167.0	18.6	21.2
2009	3083	158.6	19.9	25.1
2010	3052	141.0	21.6	25.3
2011	2859	144.0	19.8	32.3
2012	2904	135.0	21.5	34.4
2013	2918	137.0	21.2	42.6
2014	2896	142.0	20.3	42.2
2015	2763	141.0	19.5	43.2
2016	2842	139.0	20.4	49.7
2017	2812	143.0	19.6	49.1
2018	2801	138.0	20.2	45.8
2019	2874	131.0	21.9	46.8
2020	2802	133.0	21.0	49.2
2021	2863	136.0	21.0	49.4
2022	2847	136.0	20.9	35.9
2023	2780	129.0	21.5	44.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio William R Boone High

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1988	2155	112.0	19.2	3.6
1989	1999	113.0	17.6	3.8
1990	1947	110.0	17.7	6.2
1991	2278	122.0	18.6	4.9
1992	2310	124.0	18.6	n/a
1993	2382	107.0	22.3	0.7
1994	2382	110.0	21.7	7.6
1995	2493	113.0	22.1	13.9
1996	2493	113.0	22.1	13.9
1997	2674	119.0	22.5	15
1998	2756	142.0	19.4	12.6
1999	2898	142.0	20.4	23.8
2000	2855	141.0	20.2	25.8
2001	2898	133.0	21.8	24.7
2002	3033	142.0	21.4	18.4
2003	3033	142.0	21.4	18.4
2004	3217	154.0	20.9	19.1
2005	3346	166.0	20.2	31.1
2006	3275	176.0	18.6	23.6
2007	3193	173.0	18.5	22.7
2008	3099	167.0	18.6	21.2
2009	3083	158.6	19.9	25.1
2010	3052	141.0	21.6	25.3
2011	2859	144.0	19.8	32.3
2012	2904	135.0	21.5	34.4
2013	2918	137.0	21.2	42.6
2014	2896	142.0	20.3	42.2
2015	2763	141.0	19.5	43.2
2016	2842	139.0	20.4	49.7
2017	2812	143.0	19.6	49.1
2018	2801	138.0	20.2	45.8
2019	2874	131.0	21.9	46.8
2020	2802	133.0	21.0	49.2
2021	2863	136.0	21.0	49.4
2022	2847	136.0	20.9	35.9
2023	2780	129.0	21.5	44.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for William R Boone High

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2018	$318 (4.2%)	$7,303 (95.8%)	$7,621
2019	$365 (4.7%)	$7,410 (95.3%)	$7,776
2020	$278 (3.3%)	$8,123 (96.7%)	$8,401
2021	$613 (7.6%)	$7,405 (92.4%)	$8,018
2022	$1,208 (13.3%)	$7,889 (86.7%)	$9,096
2023	$1,016 (11.4%)	$7,872 (88.6%)	$8,887

Data source: Florida Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on William R Boone High

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 193^rd of 734 High schools	Ranks 216^th of 792 High schools	1%

Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
9th Grade English Language Arts (William R Boone High)	65	61	4%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Orange)	52	50	2%
9th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	55	51	4%
10th Grade English Language Arts (William R Boone High)	62	54	8%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Orange)	50	46	4%
10th Grade English Language Arts (Florida)	53	49	4%
End of Course Biology 1 (William R Boone High)	75	70	5%
End of Course Biology 1 (Orange)	68	63	5%
End of Course Biology 1 (Florida)	67	63	4%
End of Course US History (William R Boone High)	80	76	4%
End of Course US History (Orange)	70	63	7%
End of Course US History (Florida)	70	63	7%
End of Course Algebra 1 (William R Boone High)	48	29	19%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Orange)	63	51	12%
End of Course Algebra 1 (Florida)	62	54	8%
End of Course Geometry (William R Boone High)	52	45	7%
End of Course Geometry (Orange)	53	44	9%
End of Course Geometry (Florida)	57	50	7%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	2874	2780	3.3%
African American	285	276	3.2%
American Indian	4	4
Asian	66	67	1.5%
Hispanic	1102	1161	5.4%
Pacific Islander	5	8	60%
White	1347	1175	12.8%
Two or More Races	65	89	36.9%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	46.8%	44.4%	2.4%

Schools Near William R Boone High

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				FAST English Language Arts (2024)					FAST Math (2024)			Statewide Science Science (2024)	EOC Algebra 1 (2024)	EOC Geometry (2024)	EOC Biology 1 (2024)	EOC US History (2024)	EOC Civics (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	FAST English Language Arts 6th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 7th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 8th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 9th Grade	FAST English Language Arts 10th Grade	FAST Math 6th Grade	FAST Math 7th Grade	FAST Math 8th Grade	Statewide Science Science 8th Grade	EOC Algebra 1 End of Course	EOC Geometry End of Course	EOC Biology 1 End of Course	EOC US History End of Course	EOC Civics End of Course	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
William R Boone High	Public, Magnet	9-12	1000 E Kaley St	Orlando	32806	Orange County	Orange	No	Yes	No	No	(407) 893-7200	2,780	129	21.5	44.4%	1,175 (42.3%)	276 (9.9%)	1,161 (41.8%)	67 (2.4%)	4 (0.1%)	8 (0.3%)	89 (3.2%)	53	268^th of 807 public high schools	66.8%		58.2	216^th of 792 public high schools	72.7%	52				59.0	53.0					26.0	57.0	67.0	80.0		$8,887	$1,016	$7,872
Ucp Transitional Learning Academy Charter	Public, Charter	6-12	3305 S Orange Ave	Orlando	32806	Orange County	Orange	Yes	No	No	Yes	(407) 852-3300	156	11	14.1	48.1%	26 (16.7%)	36 (23.1%)	85 (54.5%)	4 (2.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (3.2%)	1.8	798^th of 807 public high schools	1.1%		3	755^th of 792 public high schools	4.7%	43	8.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.0	8.0	17.0	0.0		23.0	9.0	0.0	$19,944	$00	$19,944
Ese Transition	Public	12	12301 Warrior Road	Winter Garden	34787	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	No	(407) 656-2399	120	16	7.5	2.5%	34 (28.3%)	28 (23.3%)	51 (42.5%)	5 (4.2%)	1 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)								(n/a)
Workforce Advantage Academy Charter	Public, Charter	10-12	2210 Rio Grande Ave	Orlando	32803	Orange County	Orange	Yes	No	No	No	(407) 898-7228	282	6	47.0	1.1%	22 (7.8%)	208 (73.8%)	47 (16.7%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	3 (1.1%)	2.3	780^th of 807 public high schools	3.3%		1.1	791^st of 792 public high schools	0.1%	11											0.0	12.0	17.0		$9,160	$00	$9,160
Jones High	Public, Magnet	9-12	801 S Rio Grande Ave	Orlando	32805	Orange County	Orange	No	Yes	No	Yes	(407) 835-2300	1,672	69	24.2	75.4%	26 (1.6%)	1,431 (85.6%)	200 (12.0%)	3 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (0.2%)	9 (0.5%)	30	543^rd of 807 public high schools	32.7%		15.4	638^th of 792 public high schools	19.4%	95				32.0	34.0					26.0	34.0	78.0	82.0		$9,309	$1,484	$7,824
Central Florida Leadership Academy Charter	Public, Charter	6-12	427 N Primrose Dr	Orlando	32803	Orange County	Orange	Yes	No	No	No	(407) 480-2352	93	9	10.3	51.6%	17 (18.3%)	41 (44.1%)	27 (29.0%)	4 (4.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (4.3%)	37.9	442^nd of 807 public high schools	45.2%		51.2	273^rd of 792 public high schools	65.5%	169	40.0	73.0	43.0	54.0	25.0	0.0		35.0	31.0	15.0	26.0	60.0	75.0	80.0	$11,013	$00	$11,013
Orange Technical College	Public	9-12	301 W Amelia St	Orlando	32801	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	No	(407) 246-7060	0	13	.0		0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()	0 ()								(n/a)
Mater Academy Narcoossee High School	Public, Charter	9-12	8315 Academy Dr.	Orlando	32827	Orange County	Orange	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(321) 677-1727	36	0		8.3%	7 (19.4%)	0 (0.0%)	27 (75.0%)	1 (2.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (2.8%)	62.8	193^rd of 807 public high schools	76.1%					(n/a)				78.0	59.0					61.0	48.0	79.0			$38,995	$26,634	$12,361
Prosperitas Leadership Academy Charter	Public, Charter	9-12	2140 W. Washington Street	Orlando	32805	Orange County	Orange	Yes	No	No	No	(407) 854-3945	96	4	24.0	46.9%	2 (2.1%)	72 (75.0%)	22 (22.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)															$14,898	$3,636	$11,262
Beta	Public	6-12	4680 Lake Underhill Rd	Orlando	32807	Orange County	Orange	No	No	No	Yes	(407) 277-1942	55	7	7.8	70.9%	4 (7.3%)	31 (56.4%)	19 (34.5%)	1 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)															$196,920	$12,337	$184,583

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