For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,804 students in 72120, AR.
The top ranked public high schools in 72120, AR are Sylvan Hills Junior High School and Sylvan Hills High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 72120 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in 72120, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 72120 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sylvan Hills High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72120, AR Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sylvan Hills Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10020 Bamboo Lane
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Gr: 8-9 | 743 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Sylvan Hills High School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
484 Bear Paw Rd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1100
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1100
Gr: 10-12 | 1,061 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
72120, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 72120, AR?
The top ranked public high schools in 72120, AR include Sylvan Hills Junior High School and Sylvan Hills High School.
How many public high schools are located in 72120?
2 public high schools are located in 72120.
What is the racial composition of students in 72120?
72120 public high schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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