Best Schools in Sherwood, Arkansas
11 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 2 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Sherwood by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lisa Academy North High School
High · Lisa Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lisa Academy North Middle School
Middle · Lisa Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lisa Academy North Elementary School
Elementary · Lisa Academy. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sherwood for 2026 are Lisa Academy North High School (9.5/10), Lisa Academy North Middle School (9.1/10), and Lisa Academy North Elementary School (7.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 11 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$157,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$157,400
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.5/10 despite 59% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Sherwood schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Sherwood
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (11 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lisa Academy North High School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Lisa Academy North Middle School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Lisa Academy North Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Sherwood Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Abundant Life Christian Academy | 7.1 / 10 |
| 6 | Sylvan Hills Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Sylvan Hills Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 8 | Oakbrooke Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Sylvan Hills High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 10 | Sylvan Hills Junior High School | 3.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $58,762
- Median home value
- $157,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
45% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Sherwood compares
Arkansas rank
#39 of 123
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Arkansas avg (6.3)
Median household income
$59k
106% of Arkansas median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in Sherwood, Arkansas
Sherwood, Arkansas is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Sherwood show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Sherwood is Lisa Academy North High School with a composite score of 9.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sherwood is served by 2 school districts: LISA ACADEMY, PULASKI COUNTY SPECIAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 16,305 students.
Sherwood's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,762. The poverty rate in the area is 19.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 628 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 |
| 2 | 405 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 483 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.6 |
| 4 | 406 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 565 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 323 students · 6th–8th | 9.1 |
| 2 | 826 students · 6th–7th | 6.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 288 students · 9th–12th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 1,061 students · 10th–12th | 6.0 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 743 students · 8th–9th | 3.7 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Abundant Life Christian Academy
Private
249 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.1 | ||
Schools in Sherwood
Sherwood, Arkansas · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$58,762
Median Home Value
$157,400
Median Rent
$1,076/mo
Population
47,732
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Community Profile
Sherwood has a median household income of $58,762. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,400, with a median rent of $1,076/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.8%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Arkansas
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sherwood, Arkansas
How many schools are in Sherwood, Arkansas?
Sherwood has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sherwood is 6.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The top-ranked school in Sherwood on MySchoolScout is Lisa Academy North High School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sherwood on MySchoolScout is Lisa Academy North Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Sherwood on MySchoolScout is Lisa Academy North Middle School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best high school in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The top-ranked high school in Sherwood on MySchoolScout is Lisa Academy North High School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
How many school districts serve Sherwood, Arkansas?
Sherwood is served by 2 school districts: Lisa Academy, Pulaski County Special School District.
What is the education level in Sherwood, Arkansas?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Sherwood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The median household income in Sherwood is approximately $58,762 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Sherwood, Arkansas?
Yes, Sherwood has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Abundant Life Christian Academy with a score of 7.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sherwood, Arkansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sherwood is 14.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sherwood, Arkansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.