National and State Register
Pantall Elementary School
Logan County
The 1953 Pantall Elementary School was one of four elementary schools that served Sterling, Pantall continuing that role until 2007. Renowned Denver architect Eugene D. Sternberg in partnership with Sterling architect Robert J. Murrin designed the International style school to embrace and convey progress, modernity, safety, and efficiency.
It has an asymmetrical plan, horizontal lines, flat or very low-pitched roofs, horizontally-oriented window arrangements, and natural light from clerestory windows. A state-of-the-art intercom system for the time along with the most modern mechanical and electrical systems provided a safer and more positive learning environment than schools built in earlier decades.