Serving 462 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 38%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Sylvan Hills Elementary School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sylvan Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 997 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sylvan Hills Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#113 out of 997 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
44%
19%
White
43%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Sylvan Hills Elementary School is ranked #113 out of 997 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
462 students attend Sylvan Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Sylvan Hills Elementary School students are Black, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 17:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sylvan Hills Elementary School offer ?
Sylvan Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
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 5/24/2010
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.
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