Eastwood Elementary was established in 1916 in the historic Eastwood community. This community was one of Houston's premier neighborhoods in the early 1900s. William Wilson donated the land for the school and had the city architect, Maurice Sullivan, design the school to reflect the Spanish Mission Style. Mr. Sullivan also designed other buildings such as St. Anne’s Catholic School, and Holy Rosary Catholic School.
In 1946, the campus was renamed after its first principal, Dora B. Lantrip. Dora was commited to ensuring students had a quality education with extensive exposure to environmental and scientific principles. Not only was Dora an educator, but she was also a world traveler and gardener. She traveled all over the world and brought back beautiful artifacts which are currently displayed in our building. She had a love of science and nature and created many gardens throughout the school.
Although the school was renovated in 2007, many of the historic characterstics were incorporated into the new design. Some of the notable features include a mock fireplace in the library with original tile that was donated by Ms. Ima Hogg, the historic bungalows, and columns with the original carving of the name Eastwood Elementary. The architecture still reflects the original Spanish style mission design. The beautiful garden has a sparkling pond and luscious greens that reflect the dream that Dora B. Lantrip had for all children and the community. The school has been able to continue with the strong vision in maintaining the love of nature by adding its environmental science program which was established in 1975.
School History
• Original Name of School: Eastwood Elementary
• Date School was established: 1916
• Rebuilt: 2005 with bond program
• First Principal: Dora B. Lantrip
• Developer: William A. Wilson
• Original Architect: Maurice J. Sullivan
• Building Architect 2005: Sustaita Associates
• Mascot: Lion
• School Colors: red and white
