Stockton in San Joaquin County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
El Dorado Elementary School
1916
Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023
1. El Dorado Elementary School Marker
National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form
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This is one of the finest examples of early 20th century schools in Northern California. Modified Elizabethan Tudor Architecture has been used in an effective manner by Stockton architects, William J. Wright and Louis L. Stone. The original 14-classroom building was enlarged in 1922. Community effort resulted in its preservation and placement on the National Register of Historic Places.
Designated by the Stockton City Council 1977
Erected 1977 by Stockton City Council. (Marker Number 19.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Education. In addition, it is included in the Stockton Historic Landmarks series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1916.
Location. 37° 58.041′ N, 121° 17.906′ W. Marker is in Stockton, California, in San Joaquin County. It is at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and West Harding Way, on the right when traveling south on Pacific Avenue. The plaque is mounted atop a metal pole at the sidewalk in front of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1525 Pacific
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Regionally, this marker is in the San Joaquin Valley and specifically in the Central Valley. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Stockton Jewish Community Center (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hurrle-Weston Home (approx. 0.2 miles away); Dunne House (approx. 0.3 miles away); Dr. Cross House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Charles E. Owen Home (approx. half a mile away); Philomathean Clubhouse (approx. half a mile away); Newell House (approx. half a mile away); Edward B. Conde Home (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Stockton.
Regarding El Dorado Elementary School. "The school is an unusually fine example of modified Tudor Elizabethan/Jacobethan architectural styles,
Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023
2. El Dorado Elementary School and Marker
The building currently houses the Stockton Adult School.
Photographed by Joseph Alvarado, November 12, 2023
3. El Dorado Elementary School
Credits. This page was last revised on January 19, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 17, 2024, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California. This page has been viewed 435 times since then and 72 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 17, 2024, by Joseph Alvarado of Livermore, California.
