Cockrell Hill, Texas facts for kids
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City of Cockrell Hill, Texas
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Location of Cockrell Hill in Dallas County, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County |  Dallas |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Land | 0.58 sq mi (1.51 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 630 ft (190 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,815 |
| • Density | 6,580/sq mi (2,526/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75211
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
| FIPS code | 48-15796 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409498 |
| Website | http://cockrell-hill.tx.us/ |
Cockrell Hill is a city located in Dallas County, Texas, United States. It's a unique place because it is completely surrounded by the much larger city of Dallas. In 2020, about 3,815 people lived in Cockrell Hill.
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History of Cockrell Hill
Cockrell Hill was started by a pioneer named Brentwood Allen Cockrell and his son, Woodrow. They created the town as a way to make a living. Their place was a well-known stop for travelers on the stagecoach line that went from Dallas all the way to El Paso and the western parts of Texas.
Over time, the settlement grew into a small farming community. By the late 1800s, it had a few homes, a small store, and a school. Getting enough water was very important for the town to keep growing.
In 1911, a local developer named Frank Jester designed the plan for the modern community of Cockrell Hill. The town officially became a city (this is called "incorporation") on July 21, 1937. At that time, its population was 459 people.
The town grew quite a bit during World War II. Many new residents moved in to work in factories that supported the war effort. By 1952, the population was 2,194. In May 2006, something special happened: the city council became the first all-Hispanic City Council in North Texas.
Geography of Cockrell Hill
Cockrell Hill is a small city. According to the United States Census Bureau, it covers an area of about 0.6 square miles (1.51 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population of Cockrell Hill
The population of Cockrell Hill has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census counts:
- 1940: 1,246 people
- 1950: 2,207 people
- 1960: 3,104 people
- 1970: 3,515 people
- 1980: 3,262 people
- 1990: 3,746 people
- 2000: 4,443 people
- 2010: 4,193 people
- 2020: 3,815 people
As of the 2020 census, there were 3,815 people living in Cockrell Hill. Most of the people living in Cockrell Hill are of Hispanic or Latino background, making up about 92% of the population.
Education in Cockrell Hill
Students in Cockrell Hill are served by the Dallas Independent School District. All the schools that serve Cockrell Hill are actually located in the City of Dallas.
Schools for Younger Students
- Some parts of Cockrell Hill send students to Celestino M. Soto Jr. Elementary School.
- Other parts are served by L. O. Donald Elementary School.
- Anson Jones Elementary School serves students in northern Cockrell Hill.
Middle Schools
- Students from Soto Elementary often go to Stockard Middle School.
- Students from Donald Elementary often go to Zan Wesley Holmes Middle School.
- Students from Jones Elementary often go to Quintanilla Middle School.
High Schools
- Students from Stockard Middle School often go to Moisés E. Molina High School.
- Students from Zan Holmes Middle School often go to Kimball High School.
- Students from Quintanilla Middle School often go to Sunset High School.
There is also a private Catholic school nearby called Mount Saint Michael Catholic School. It teaches students from kindergarten through 8th grade.
Community Colleges
All of Dallas County, including Cockrell Hill, is part of the service area for Dallas College. Dallas College has a campus called Mountain View College which is located close to Cockrell Hill in Dallas.
Transportation in Cockrell Hill
You can get around Cockrell Hill using the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) bus system. Several bus lines serve the area. The main bus stop is called the Cockrell Hill Transfer Location.
See also
In Spanish: Cockrell Hill para niños
