Los Angeles, Texas facts for kids

Los Angeles is a very small place in La Salle County, Texas, United States. It's called an unincorporated community, which means it's a small settlement that doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. In 2000, only about 20 people lived there.

Where is Los Angeles, Texas?

This tiny community is located in the northern part of La Salle County. You can find it along State Highway 97. It's about thirteen miles east of a larger town called Cotulla.

How Did Los Angeles Get Its Name?

The name "Los Angeles" might make you think of the huge city in California, and that's exactly what the people who named this Texas community wanted! In 1923, they chose the name "Los Angeles" as a way to promote the area. It was a clever trick to get people to notice their small community by linking it to the famous, much bigger city.

Schools and Learning

Even though Los Angeles is a very small community, children living there attend public schools. These schools are part of the Cotulla Independent School District. This district provides education for students in the area, including those from Los Angeles.