Rosston, Arkansas facts for kids
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Rosston, Arkansas
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Location of Rosston in Nevada County, Arkansas.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Nevada |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.44 sq mi (11.51 km2) |
| • Land | 4.42 sq mi (11.45 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 272 |
| • Density | 61.52/sq mi (23.75/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71858
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| FIPS code | 05-61040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407249 |
Rosston is a small town located in the southern part of Nevada County, Arkansas, in the United States. In 2020, about 272 people lived there. Rosston is part of the larger Hope area.
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Geography of Rosston
Rosston covers a total area of about 11.6 square kilometers (4.5 square miles). Most of this area, about 11.5 square kilometers (4.4 square miles), is land. A small part, about 0.1 square kilometers (0.04 square miles), is water.
Population Changes in Rosston
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 57 | — | |
| 1980 | 274 | — | |
| 1990 | 262 | −4.4% | |
| 2000 | 265 | 1.1% | |
| 2010 | 261 | −1.5% | |
| 2020 | 272 | 4.2% | |
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The number of people living in Rosston has changed over the years. In 1880, only 57 people lived there. The population grew to 274 by 1980. Since then, the number of residents has stayed fairly steady, with 272 people counted in the 2020 census.
Who Lives in Rosston?
The 2020 Census showed the different groups of people living in Rosston. Most residents identify as Black or African American. The next largest group is White. There are also smaller numbers of Native American, Asian, and people of mixed races. A small percentage of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
Roads and Transportation
Rosston is connected by a few important roads. These highways help people travel to and from the town.
U.S. Highway 371
U.S. Highway 278
Arkansas Highway 200
Education in Rosston
Students in Rosston attend public schools run by the Nevada School District. This district provides education for all students from kindergarten through high school.
Nevada School District
The Nevada School District covers a large area of about 893.9 square kilometers (345.15 square miles). It serves over 400 students and has more than 80 teachers and staff members.
The district has two main school buildings:
- Nevada Elementary School: This school is for younger students, from kindergarten up to grade 6.
- Nevada High School: This school serves older students, from grade 7 through grade 12.
Famous People from Rosston
- Thomas Chipman McRae: He was an important person in politics. He served in the United States House of Representatives from 1885 to 1903. Later, he became the 26th Governor of Arkansas.
See also
In Spanish: Rosston (Arkansas) para niños
