Saratoga, Arkansas facts for kids
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Saratoga, Arkansas
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 Saratoga, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Saratoga, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Hempstead, Howard |
| Elevation | 407 ft (124 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 124 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
71859
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805684 |
Saratoga is a small community located in the state of Arkansas, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's also a census-designated place (CDP), which is an area the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data.
Saratoga is found in two different counties: Hempstead and Howard. According to the 2020 census, about 124 people live there.
Where is Saratoga Located?
Saratoga is in southwestern Arkansas. It sits where three state roads meet: Highway 32, Highway 73, and Highway 355. This meeting point is often called a "junction."
The community is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) south of a place called Tollette. Saratoga has its own post office, and its ZIP code is 71859.
Schools and Education
Students living in Saratoga attend schools that are part of the Mineral Springs Saratoga School District. This district serves children from both Saratoga and the nearby town of Mineral Springs.
For many years, Saratoga had its own school district. However, on July 1, 2004, the Saratoga School District joined with the Mineral Springs School District. This change helped combine resources for students.
Saratoga also had its own high school, Saratoga High School, for a long time. But it closed in 2012. Now, high school students from Saratoga go to Mineral Springs High School.
Population Facts
In 2020, the population of Saratoga was 124 people. The community is a mix of different backgrounds. Most residents are White or Black/African American. There are also people of Asian heritage and those who identify with more than one race. A small percentage of the population is of Hispanic or Latino origin.
