William R. Boone High School is one of seventeen comprehensive high schools within the Orange County Public School System. Boone, however, is unique in that it is a true community school, nestled in an urban area. Its student population is relatively stable, with the majority of the seniors having attended all four of their high school years at Boone.  Parents are among the most active supporters of the school, as evidenced by their P.T.S.A. involvement, local business support, and volunteer participation. Boone is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).  Boone was awarded a B grade for the 2006-07 school year.
             
The city of Orlando, Florida’s largest inland city, is home to Boone High School.  The city’s reputation as a tourist’s paradise is balanced by numerous cultural activities, professional sports contests, and post secondary educational opportunities. The resulting progressive nature of life in Orlando enriches the education of all our students.

Grading Scale   A 90-100 Excellent B 80-89 Above Average C 70-79 Average D 60-69 Below Average F 0-59 Failing     Grade Point Average   All courses are used in computing the GPA on a 4.0 scale.     Weighting   Grades earned in honors and foreign language beyond the, second year and certain designated courses are weighted by adding one additional quality point for A’s, B’s, and C’s. Beginning 2005-06 AP and Dual enrollment Valencia classes  weight 2 extra points per full credit for A. B, or C.     Ranking   Rank in class in computed using the cumulative grade point average from the official permanent record in all subjects beginning with grade 9. Graduation Requirements 24 Credit Option Credits Language Arts 4 Math (includes Algebra 1 requirment) 3   Science 3   American Government 1/2   American History 1   Economics 1/2   World History 1   Life Management Skills 1/2   Personal Fitness 1/2   Physical Education Elective 1/2   Fine Arts 1/2   Practical Arts 1/2   Electives 8.5   total credits required 24       18 Credit Option     Language Arts 4   Math (includes Algebra 1 requirment) 3   Science (2 with lab) 3   Social Studies 3   Foreign Language (2 consecutive years) 2   Electives 3   total credits required 18 Cumulative GPA of 2.0 Must demonstrate mastery of basic skills on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) Students are encouraged to substitute Advanced Placement classes for Honors classes when possible. Advanced Placement Courses American History Calculus BC English Literature Physics B Art/ Draw Chemistry European History Physics C Art Portfolio Economics Macro Government Politics United States Spanish Language Biology Economics Micro Latin Statistics Calculus AB English Language Music Theory Studio Art Student Services Team A - Car Ms. Jackson 7231 Cas - Fe Mr. Caperton 7217 Ff - Hom Ms. Cortes 7279 Hon - Mar Ms. Gertel 7225 Mas - Pi Ms. C. Smith 7229 Pj - Smi Ms. Mooneyhan 7237 Smj - Z Ms. Pearson 7228 A - Z Magnet Ms. Clary 7232 Placement Specialist Ms. K. Smith 2502 College & Career Ms. Cadman 2269 Registrar Ms. Besaw 2619 Secretary Ms. Pleiciones 2213 Secretary Ms. Hamilton 2504 Secretary Ms. Sangrey (ESE) 7207 Secretary Ms. Miller 2267 Secretary Ms. Quinones 7203 Assistant Principals Mr. Carlucci Curriculum & Instruction Carlota Mendoza-Iglesias Facilities Matt Fitzpatrick Attendance Dr. Bulah Dicipline

Special Curriculum Features Advanced Placement courses in twenty subjects Traditional Scheduling Home for the county-wide Magnet Program featuring Criminal Justice, Law and Finance Academies 1 candidate for Naval Academy and 1 for U.S. Military Academy at West Point, 1 for Air Force Academy Prep Eight National Merit Commended Students Six National Merit Semi Finalists – 2006-07 One National Achievment Scholar – 2006-07 Two National Hispanic Scholars – 2006-07 Dual Enrollment articulation with Valencia Community College Vocational, gifted, college preparatory, ESOL, and exceptional education classes Dual Enrollment with technical centers: Mid-Florida, Orlando Vo-Tech and Winter Park Tech-Prep Program servicing over 2100 students at Boone Creative Arts Academy for students interested in fine and performing arts   Post Graduation Plans (Class of 2005) College/University Boone Florida Community College 39.1% Florida Private College/University 5.4% Florida Public University 37.7% Other 4.7% Out of State College/University 7.7% Technical/Vocational School 8.4% Military 3% Standardized Testing SAT Combined Scores         Region 2004 2005 2006 2007 Boone 1033 1020 1033 1039 Orange County 993 998 989 986 Florida 998 996 993 993 United States 1026 1028 1021 1013           ACT Composite Scores         Region 2004 2005 2006 2007 Boone 21.8 21.9 21.9   Orange County 20.5 20.5 20.9   Florida 20.5 20.4 20.3   United States 20.9 20.9 21.1   "Caution should be used in making comparisons between state and national norms. State norms may differ from national norms for non-educational reasons such as representativeness of the ACT-tested population and the demographic makeup of the state.”           AP Examinations         %3 or Higher 2004 2005 2006 2007 Boone 66% 67% 65% 73%      Number test taken 450 533 724 777 OCPS 54.7% 48.9% 42.4% 43.4% Florida 52.5% 49.6% 47.6% 47% United States 61.6% 59.2% 59.6% 59.3% Student Ethnic Composition (2005-06) Boone High School     Race 9-12 % White 1919 61 Black 378 12 Hispanic 737 24 Asian 62 2 Indian/Multiracial 45 1 Total 3141 100