Prim, Arkansas facts for kids
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Prim, Arkansas
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Home of the Round Rocks!
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 Prim, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Prim, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Cleburne |
| Elevation | 1,214 ft (370 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72130
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 53799 |
Prim is a small place in Cleburne County, Arkansas, United States. It is called an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own local government. Instead, it is part of the larger county.
Prim is found where two roads meet: Arkansas Highway 225 and Arkansas Highway 263. It is about 9 miles (14 km) north of a town called Greers Ferry. Even though it's small, Prim has its own post office with the ZIP code 72130.
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About Prim
Prim is a quiet community in the beautiful state of Arkansas. It is known for its peaceful surroundings. The area is home to about 30 people. However, many more live nearby and are part of the community.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Prim does not have its own city government. It does not have a mayor or city council. Instead, it is governed by the county it is in. For Prim, this is Cleburne County.
The Name of Prim
The community of Prim got its name from an early settler. This person was a pioneer citizen named Mr. Prim. Pioneers were people who were among the first to explore and settle a new area.
Local Leadership
Prim does not have a formal government today. However, a long-time resident named Johnny Ring once served as the Constable. A Constable is like a local law enforcement officer.
Education in Prim
Students in Prim attend schools run by the West Side School District. This district provides public education for kids from elementary to high school. The main schools are West Side Elementary School and West Side High School. Both schools are located in nearby Greers Ferry.
School District Area
The West Side School District covers a large area. It includes over 147 square miles (383 square kilometers) of land. This area spans parts of both Cleburne and Van Buren counties. It serves students from communities like Edgemont, Greers Ferry, Higden, and Prim.
Private School Option
Besides the public schools, there is also a private school in the area. It is called Hilltop Holiness Academy. This school is owned and operated by the Hilltop Holiness Church.
