Grambling, Louisiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Grambling, Louisiana
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University President's Home at Grambling State University
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Location of Grambling in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana.
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 Grambling, Louisiana
Location in Louisiana
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Louisiana |
| Parish | Lincoln |
| Incorporated (city) | 1992 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.92 sq mi (15.34 km2) |
| • Land | 5.90 sq mi (15.29 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
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| • Total | 5,239 |
| • Density | 887.51/sq mi (342.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71245
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| Area code | 318 |
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Grambling is a city located in Lincoln Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It's a smaller city, with about 5,239 people living there as of 2020. Grambling is most famous for being the home of Grambling State University, a well-known college. It's also part of the larger Ruston area.
Grambling officially became a "city" in the early 1990s, either in 1992 or 1993. Before that, it was considered a "town."
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Exploring Grambling's Location
Grambling is found at specific coordinates: 32.527427 degrees North and -92.713987 degrees West. This means it's in the northern part of Louisiana.
How Big is Grambling?
The city covers a total area of about 5.5 square miles (15.34 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.04 square miles (0.06 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Grambling?
The number of people living in Grambling has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different years:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 3,144 | — | |
| 1970 | 4,407 | 40.2% | |
| 1980 | 4,226 | −4.1% | |
| 1990 | 5,484 | 29.8% | |
| 2000 | 4,693 | −14.4% | |
| 2010 | 4,949 | 5.5% | |
| 2020 | 5,239 | 5.9% | |
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A Look at the Community
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 5,239 people living in Grambling. These people made up 1,812 households, and 1,118 of these were families.
The city is known for its diverse population. Here's a quick look at the different groups living in Grambling as of 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 30 | 0.57% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 5,054 | 96.47% |
| Native American | 6 | 0.11% |
| Asian | 6 | 0.11% |
| Other/Mixed | 107 | 2.04% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 | 0.69% |
Arts and Culture in Grambling
Grambling has places where you can learn about history and enjoy art.
Places to Visit
- Grambling Memorial Gardens: A place for remembrance and quiet reflection.
- Eddie G. Robinson Museum: This museum celebrates the life and achievements of Eddie G. Robinson. He was a legendary football coach at Grambling State University. You can learn about his amazing career and impact.
Education in Grambling
Education is a very important part of Grambling. The city is home to a famous university and a school for younger students.
Grambling State University
Grambling State University is a public university. It welcomes both male and female students. It is also a historically black university, meaning it was founded to provide higher education for African American students. The university was started in 1901 and became officially recognized in 1949.
Lincoln Preparatory School
For students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade, there is Lincoln Preparatory School. This is a charter school located right in Grambling.
Famous People from Grambling
Many talented people have connections to Grambling, especially through its university. Here are a few:
- Edward H. Adams (1910–1958): A skilled basketball player and coach.
- Jophery Brown (1945–2014): He was a stuntman and also played baseball for the Chicago Cubs. He was born in Grambling and went to Grambling College.
- Ralph Garr (born 1945): Another baseball player who attended Grambling College.
- Paul Millsap (born 1985): A professional basketball player, known for playing with the Denver Nuggets.
- Eddie Robinson (1919–2007): A legendary head football coach at Grambling. He is one of the winningest coaches in college football history.
- Paul "Tank" Younger (1928–2001): He was a National Football League (NFL) player. He also became the NFL's first African-American person to work in a front-office executive role. He is a member of the College Football Hall of Fame.
- Doug Williams (born 1955): He played and later coached football at Grambling. He made history as the first Black quarterback to both start and win a Super Bowl.
See also
In Spanish: Grambling para niños
