Serving 516 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sylvan Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sylvan Hills Elementary School serves the northeast part of Sherwood, AR, covering an area of approximately 23 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, and the furthest point being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvan Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sylvan Hills Elementary School's student population of 516 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sylvan Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvan Hills Elementary School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#143 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
45%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvan Hills Elementary School is ranked #143 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sylvan Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Sylvan Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cato Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Hills Elementary School?
516 students attend Sylvan Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sylvan Hills Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sylvan Hills Elementary School?
Sylvan Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sylvan Hills Elementary School offer ?
Sylvan Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sylvan Hills Elementary School part of?
Sylvan Hills Elementary School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Quality of academic programs, NOT challenging enough for students.
Facilities, run down.
Level of parent involvement, no homework so how can I gauge my child's progress?
Academic awards. Great job in holding back Ur student's potential. Now the school will get more money in the fall to Fight the cause.
Review Sylvan Hills Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
