Monte Vista Elementary School

Monte Vista Elementary School is a public school building in Albuquerque designed in Mediterranean Revival style with tan stucco walls and shallow tile roofs. The main structure features a central section with extended classroom wings, while a separate dining facility completes the campus layout.

The building opened in 1931 as one of the early school construction projects in northeast Albuquerque. The design was adjusted to control costs, resulting in a smaller version of the original concept.

The school defines the character of the Monte Vista neighborhood and shows how Albuquerque expanded in the early 20th century. Today it serves as a gathering place for families and strengthens the identity of this established residential area.

The school campus consists of several connected buildings that are easy to navigate. A separate dining facility from the 1960s sits nearby and is simple to locate.

The building has an unusual vertical arrangement with a single-story front facade and a two-story rear section. This asymmetrical layout makes efficient use of the land and creates hidden spaces not visible from the street.

Location: Albuquerque

Inception: 1931

Architects: T. Charles Gaastra

Architectural style: Mediterranean Revival architecture

Address: 3211 Monte Vista Boulevard NE

GPS coordinates: 35.08278,-106.60972

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12