For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,270 students in 72120, AR (there are 1 private school, serving 294 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 72120, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 72120, AR are Sylvan Hills Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Cato Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72120 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72120, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72120, AR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sylvan Hills Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
402 Dee Jay Hudson Dr
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1140
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1140
Grades: PK-5
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Verona Ave
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1150
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1150
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
Cato Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9906 Cato Rd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1160
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1160
Grades: PK-5
| 304 students
Rank: #44.
Oakbrooke Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Thornhill
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1190
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1190
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #55.
Sylvan Hills Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Dee Jay Hudson Dr
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1120
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1120
Grades: 6-8
| 1,002 students
Rank: #66.
Sylvan Hills Junior High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10020 Bamboo Lane
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Grades: 9-10
| 348 students
Rank: #77.
Sylvan Hills High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
484 Bear Paw Rd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1100
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,003 students
Rank: #88.
Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
142 Hollywood Blvd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1200
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1200
Grades: PK-5
| 531 students
72120, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10200 Bamboo Ln
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72120, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72120, AR include Sylvan Hills Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Cato Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 72120, AR?
8 public schools are located in 72120, AR.
What percentage of students in 72120, AR go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 72120, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 72120, AR?
72120, AR public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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