Tempe Historic Property Survey

The original Kyrene School was built on the northwest corner of McClintock and Warner in 1888. Buildings were added in 1914 and 1916. The school was moved to 8700 S. Kyrene Road in 1920, and four one-room buildings were added. The original building was then used as an assembly room and for community meetings. The school served the rural area southeast of Tempe for many years. Remodeling and more additions occurred in 1957.

The Kyrene School was composed of three connected buildings constructed of frame and stucco, with lath roof and board overhangs. The north and south buildings were square with square lattice vents between a wood frieze and the roof. The central building had a lower roof and no vents. A low concrete water table surrounded the building. Original double-hung windows with concrete sills were in groups of five on the west (front) facade of the central building. Many windows had been altered or infilled. Entries were at the front facade and are single leaf doors. The rear of the complex had a freight door installed in the center portion and a flat awning for cars attached to the north building.

Go to Tempe Historic Property Survey