🐾Mascot: "Coyotes"

403 schools use the "Coyotes" mascot.

Fast Facts

Schools using this mascot
403 schools
States represented
36 states
Most common state
California (96)
Top state per capita
New Mexico
Popular school level
Elementary (252)
Mascot type
Animal • Mammal

Most common states: California (96), Texas (76), Arizona (58)

Top 5 Color Combos

  • (40)
    Royal BlueWhite
  • (24)
    RedWhite
  • (22)
    RedBlack
  • (15)
    GoldRoyal Blue
  • (11)
    RedBlackWhite

Reviewed by MascotFinder Research Team

Quarterly accuracy check across mascot insights

Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance

Fun Facts & Stats! 🤩

The Coyote mascot is definitely one to howl about 🐾🦴 This tough-sounding yet cute animal is a favorite among many schools in the USA, with a whopping 403 schools adopting it as their mascot. What's cool about the Coyote is that it symbolizes adaptability, intelligence, and a strong sense of family, which are all great qualities for any school community. In many indigenous folklores, Coyotes are seen as clever tricksters, which adds a fun and clever vibe to the mascot. Whether it's Cody the Coyote at CSUSB, sporting a spirited blue costume, or the lean and hungry Coyotes of Coastal Alabama Community College, this mascot is all about being fierce and loyal. So, if you're part of a school with a Coyote mascot, you're probably proud to be part of a pack that values brains, bravery, and family bonds. And let's be real, who wouldn't want to cheer for a mascot that's both tough and cute? It's no surprise that Coyotes are most popular per capita in New Mexico, where these animals are a common sight. So, next time you see a Coyote mascot, remember it's more than just a cute face – it's a symbol of strength and teamwork.

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Community Voices

Hear how the Coyotes fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.

We count 96 programs flying the Coyotes banner across California. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.

Rowan Kim

California Booster Council

Per capita, no one rallies like New Mexico. With 19 schools per million residents, the Coyotes is part of daily conversations here.

Kai Nguyen

New Mexico Local Sports Desk

Students tell us the Coyotes delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.

Drew Kim

Regional Pep Collective

FAQ: Coyotes Mascot

Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.

How many schools use the Coyotes mascot?

403 schools in our database use the Coyotes mascot across 36 states.

Where is the Coyotes mascot most popular?

The Coyotes shows up most in California (96), Texas (76), and Arizona (58). Nm also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.

What type of mascot is the Coyotes?

Schools classify the Coyotes as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute and known for its tough tone.

Which school levels choose the Coyotes?

Elementary programs adopt the Coyotes most often (252 schools). High School (79) and Other (43) also feature this mascot.

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