For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,493 students in 72120, AR.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72120, AR are Sylvan Hills Middle School and Sylvan Hills Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 72120 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arkansas public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 72120, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best 72120, AR Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sylvan Hills Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10020 Bambo Lane
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 234-2720
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 234-2720
Gr: 6-7 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Sylvan Hills Junior High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10001 Johnson Drive
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1170
Gr: 8-9 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 72120, AR?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 72120, AR include Sylvan Hills Middle School and Sylvan Hills Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 72120?
2 public middle schools are located in 72120.
What is the racial composition of students in 72120?
72120 public middle schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public middle schools average of 41% (majority Black).
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