Barton, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barton, Arkansas
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Country | United States |
State | Arkansas |
County | Phillips |
Elevation | 207 ft (63 m) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
ZIP code |
72312
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Area code(s) | 870 |
GNIS feature ID | 57334 |
Barton is a small community located in Phillips County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is an "unincorporated community." This means Barton does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.
Barton is found along Arkansas Highway 85. It is about 3.5 miles (5.6 km) southwest of a place called Lexa. The community has its own post office and a special code called a ZIP code, which is 72312.
Learning in Barton
Barton is home to the Barton–Lexa School District. This school district helps educate many young people. It provides learning for over 800 students.
Students can attend classes from prekindergarten all the way through 12th grade. Older students finish their studies at Barton High School. The school district makes sure kids in the area get a good education.