Sylvan Hills High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in the city of Sherwood, Arkansas, United States, serving grades nine through twelve. Sylvan Hills is one of four high schools administered by the Pulaski County Special School District.
Serving 1,061 students in grades 10-12, Sylvan Hills High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvan Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sylvan Hills High School's student population of 1,061 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,061 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Sylvan Hills High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvan Hills High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#718 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
45%
19%
White
40%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sylvan Hills Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Hills High School's ranking?
Sylvan Hills High School is ranked #718 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sylvan Hills High School often compared to?
Sylvan Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacksonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sylvan Hills High School?
The graduation rate of Sylvan Hills High School is 83%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Sylvan Hills High School?
1,061 students attend Sylvan Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sylvan Hills High School students are Black, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvan Hills High School?
Sylvan Hills High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sylvan Hills High School offer ?
Sylvan Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sylvan Hills High School part of?
Sylvan Hills High School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
School Reviews
5 10/24/2015
This school is incredible. Everyone is so close, we are like family here.
5 8/18/2015
I'm a Sylvan Hills High School graduate. Class of 1999!!! I'm proud that my oldest son
will be attending Sylvan Hill this fall.
2 11/9/2009
This school is very focused on "school spirit". If you want to put on your blue and white, and cheer, and say, "Go, team, go!", this is the school for you. If you want a good education and support from your teachers, you may want to reconsider.
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