Savannah, Texas facts for kids
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Savannah, Texas
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 Savannah, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Denton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km2) |
| • Land | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,318 |
| • Density | 3,580/sq mi (1,383/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76227
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| Area code(s) | 214, 469, 945, 972 |
Savannah is a special kind of community in Denton County, Texas, United States. It's located east of the city of Denton. Savannah is mainly a large neighborhood with many homes. It is officially known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistics. In 2010, about 3,318 people lived in Savannah.
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Where is Savannah Located?
Savannah is found on the north side of U.S. Route 380. This area is part of Denton County, but it's not officially a city or town. Savannah is about 12 miles (19 km) east of Denton. It is also about 15 miles (24 km) west of McKinney. Nearby towns include Little Elm to the south and Prosper to the east.
Who Lives in Savannah?
Savannah was first counted as a separate community in the 2010 U.S. Census. At that time, its population was 3,318 people. A census helps us understand how many people live in an area. It also tells us about their age, jobs, and other interesting facts.
Learning and Schools in Savannah
Students in Savannah attend schools that are part of the Denton Independent School District.
Local Schools for Kids
- Savannah Elementary School: This school is right inside the Savannah community. It teaches students from kindergarten up to the 5th grade.
- Navo Middle School: After elementary school, students go to Navo Middle School. This school serves grades 6 through 8.
- Braswell High School: Older students attend Braswell High School. This high school opened in 2016. It is located closer to Savannah.
Before Braswell High School opened, students from Savannah went to other high schools. These included Denton High School and Denton Ryan High School. Most adults in Savannah have finished high school. Many have also graduated from college.
College Opportunities
Most of Denton County, including Savannah, is served by North Central Texas College. This college offers many different courses. It helps students continue their education after high school.
See also
- In Spanish: Savannah (Texas) para niños
