🐾Mascot: "#1's"
8 schools use the "#1's" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 8 schools
- States represented
- 7 states
- Most common state
- Pennsylvania (2)
- Top state per capita
- New Mexico
- Popular school level
- Elementary (4)
- Mascot type
- Concept
Most common states: Pennsylvania (2), Connecticut (1), Kansas (1)
Top 5 Color Combos
- (1)NavyWhite
- (1)Royal BlueWhite
- (1)RedBlack
- (1)Royal BlueGold
- (1)TurquoiseGray
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
In the heart of New Mexico, there's a mascot that stands out for its uniqueness and regional popularity: the "Pintos." Yes, you read that right – Pintos, as in the type of bean. This inanimate mascot might seem unusual, but it's actually quite beloved. The term "Pinto" is derived from the Spanish word for "spotted," which could refer to the mottled appearance of pinto beans. Eight schools in New Mexico use this mascot, making it one of the most popular per capita in the state. It's a fun and quirky way for these schools to show their spirit and pride, and it definitely sets them apart from the more common animal or warrior mascots [ICON_bean]. So, next time you hear about the Fighting Pintos, you'll know they're not just talking about a tasty side dish ⭐
Community Voices
Hear how the #1's fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 2 programs flying the #1's banner across Pennsylvania. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Taylor Brooks
Pennsylvania Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like New Mexico. With 1 schools per million residents, the #1's is part of daily conversations here.”
Riley Patel
New Mexico Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the #1's delivers the perfect concept energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Drew Carter
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: #1's Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
8 schools in our database use the #1's mascot across 7 states.
The #1's shows up most in Pennsylvania (2), Connecticut (1), and Kansas (1). Nm also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the #1's as a Concept mascot. Programs note that it is representing an inanimate object and featuring a number in the name.
Elementary programs adopt the #1's most often (4 schools). Other (3) and Middle School (1) also feature this mascot.