Serving 826 students in grades 6-7, Sylvan Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvan Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Sylvan Hills Middle School's student population of 826 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
826 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Sylvan Hills Middle 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 Middle School is 0.62, 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
#506 out of 997 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
50%
19%
White
35%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Hills Middle School's ranking?
Sylvan Hills Middle School is ranked #506 out of 997 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Sylvan Hills Middle School often compared to?
Sylvan Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Little Rock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% AR state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Hills Middle School?
826 students attend Sylvan Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Sylvan Hills Middle School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sylvan Hills Middle School?
Sylvan Hills Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sylvan Hills Middle School offer ?
Sylvan Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sylvan Hills Middle School part of?
Sylvan Hills Middle School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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