Ola, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ola, Arkansas
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Looking east down Highway 10 in Ola
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Location of Ola in Yell County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Yell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.83 sq mi (4.75 km2) |
| • Land | 1.70 sq mi (4.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.35 km2) |
| Elevation | 348 ft (106 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 934 |
| • Density | 549.09/sq mi (211.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−05:00 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
72853
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| Area code(s) | 479 |
| FIPS code | 05-51560 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2404426 |
Ola is a city located in Yell County, Arkansas, United States. It's a small community that serves as a business hub for the area. In 2010, the city had a population of 1,281 people. It is about 15 miles south of the Russellville metropolitan area.
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Geography and Climate
Ola covers a total area of about 2.0 square miles (5.2 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
What is Ola's Climate Like?
The climate in Ola is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. It means the area gets plenty of rain and has warm temperatures for much of the year.
Population and People
Understanding the population of a city helps us learn about its growth and the people who live there. This is called demographics.
How Has Ola's Population Changed?
The number of people living in Ola has changed over many years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different census years:
- 1910: 516 people
- 1920: 655 people
- 1930: 648 people
- 1940: 839 people
- 1950: 880 people
- 1960: 805 people
- 1970: 1,029 people
- 1980: 1,121 people
- 1990: 1,090 people
- 2000: 1,204 people
- 2010: 1,281 people
- 2020: 934 people
Who Lives in Ola? (2020 Census)
The 2020 United States census showed that 934 people lived in Ola. There were 481 households and 278 families. The census also collects information about the different backgrounds of people.
Here's a simple breakdown of the racial makeup in 2020:
- Most residents (about 71%) were White (not Hispanic).
- About 23% of residents were Hispanic or Latino.
- Smaller numbers of people identified as Black or African American, Native American, Asian, or other/mixed races.
Education in Ola
Public schools in Ola are part of the Two Rivers School District. This district helps students from kindergarten through high school.
Schools in the Two Rivers District
The Two Rivers School District includes:
- Two Rivers High School: This school serves students in grades 7 through 12.
- Two Rivers Elementary School: This school is for younger students, from kindergarten to sixth grade.
History of Ola's Schools
Before 2004, Ola had its own school system called the Ola School District. On July 1, 2004, the Ola School District joined with another district to form the Two Rivers School District.
The old Ola School District used to have Ola Elementary School and Ola High School. Ola Elementary School had four buildings. The main building and gymnasium were built from natural rock and opened in 1941. Around 2001, about 320 students attended Ola Elementary.
In 2010, Ola High School closed when the new Two Rivers High School opened. Two years later, in 2012, Ola Elementary School also closed as the new Two Rivers Elementary School began serving students.
Notable Person from Ola
- Babe Ellison: He was a professional baseball player. He is also a member of the Pacific Coast League Hall of Fame.
See also
In Spanish: Ola (Arkansas) para niños
