Serving 721 students in grades 8-9, Sylvan Hills Junior 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 19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-9
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sylvan Hills Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sylvan Hills Junior High School's student population of 721 students has grown by 107% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-9
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Sylvan Hills Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvan Hills Junior High School is 0.64, 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
#694 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
49%
19%
White
34%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Hills Junior High School's ranking?
Sylvan Hills Junior High School is ranked #694 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Hills Junior High School?
721 students attend Sylvan Hills Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sylvan Hills Junior High School students are Black, 34% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sylvan Hills Junior High School?
Sylvan Hills Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Sylvan Hills Junior High School offer ?
Sylvan Hills Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-9
What school district is Sylvan Hills Junior High School part of?
Sylvan Hills Junior High School is part of Pulaski County Special School District.
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