Educational

Educational

The educational landscape of Napa County is deeply rooted in its history. Early schoolhouses served as the foundation for education in the region, often doubling as community centers. Over time, these modest structures gave way to more elaborate buildings, such as the classical revival-style Napa High School, constructed in 1923, which reflects the community’s investment in educational excellence. From early one-room schoolhouses to modern educational institutions, these buildings narrate a story of growth, adaptation, and the community’s lasting commitment to learning.

Lodi Schoolhouse, St. Helena

Black and white photograph of the Lodi School with the small bell tower.

Lodi Schoolhouse, undated, photographed by Charles Loring. NCHS Collection.
Black and white image of the Lodi Farm Center in St. Helena, a simple wood frame building.

Lodi Farm Center/Schoolhouse, photographed by Judith Munns in 1977. NCHS Collection.

One-Room School Houses

Howell Mountain Schoolhouse, a simple one-room schoolhouse.

Howell Mountain School, photographed by Charles M. Loring circa 1945. NCHS Collection.
Rutherford Schoolhouse with a bell tower.

Rutherford School photographed circa 1967. NCHS Collection

Napa High School

Original Napa High School building.

Original Napa High School, photographed circa 1910. NCHS Collection.
Second Napa High School, a larger building.

Second Napa High School building, circa 1926. NCHS Collection.
The modern Napa HIgh School building.

Current Napa High School, photographed circa 1938. NCHS Collection.

Elementary Schools

Second Carneros School, in mission revival style.

Carneros Elementary School, undated. NCHS Collection.
Monticello School.

Monticello Elementary School, photographed circa 1955 by E. S. Ensor. NCHS Collection.

John L. Shearer School

A painted mural by Louise Tessin at Shearer School, depicting fairy tales.

Louise Tessin Mural at Shearer School, unknown date. NCHS Collection.
Shearer Elementary School, a large brick school building.

John L. Shearer Elementary School, undated. NCHS Collection.

St. Helena Schools

St. Helena high school building.

St. Helena High School, photographed circa 1950. NCHS Collection.
St. Helena Elementary School, a large revival style school with opulent architectural details.

St. Helena Elementary School, photographed by Judith Munns in 1977. NCHS Collection.

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