For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,008 students in 72120, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72120, AR are Sylvan Hills Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Cato Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 72120 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 72120, AR have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 72120, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sylvan Hills Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
402 Dee Jay Hudson Dr
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1140
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1140
Gr: PK-5 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Sherwood Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Verona Ave
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1150
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1150
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Cato Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9906 Cato Rd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1160
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1160
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Oakbrooke Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Thornhill
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1190
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1190
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Sylvan Hills Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Dee Jay Hudson Dr
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1120
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1120
Gr: 6-7 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
William Jefferson Clinton Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
142 Hollywood Blvd
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1200
Sherwood, AR 72120
(501) 833-1200
Gr: PK-5 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
72120, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 72120, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 72120, AR include Sylvan Hills Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Cato Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 72120?
6 public elementary schools are located in 72120.
What is the racial composition of students in 72120?
72120 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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