🐾Mascot: "Crosses"
22 schools use the "Crosses" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 22 schools
- States represented
- 14 states
- Most common state
- Wisconsin (4)
- Top state per capita
- District of Columbia
- Popular school level
- Other (17)
- Mascot type
- Object
Most common states: Wisconsin (4), California (3), Massachusetts (2)
Top 5 Color Combos
- (7)RedWhite
- (6)Royal BlueWhite
- (2)Kelly GreenGray
- (2)NavyWhite
- (1)NavySilver
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
While it might seem unusual, some schools in the USA have adopted the cross as their mascot, and it's more common than you might think. This symbol, often associated with Christian faith, carries a rich history and significant meaning. For the 22 schools that use the cross as their mascot, it typically represents strength, sacrifice, and unity. In Washington D.C., it's particularly popular, reflecting the community's strong values and traditions. The cross mascot is often depicted in various forms, such as the Latin cross or Greek cross, each with its own unique significance [ICON_cross]. It's a powerful symbol that reminds students of the importance of faith, perseverance, and teamwork. So, the next time you see a cross mascot, remember it's more than just a symbol – it's a representation of the school's spirit and values. 🏆
Community Voices
Hear how the Crosses fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 4 programs flying the Crosses banner across Wisconsin. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Phoenix Diaz
Wisconsin Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like District of Columbia. With 1 schools per million residents, the Crosses is part of daily conversations here.”
Phoenix Kim
District of Columbia Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Crosses delivers the perfect object energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Phoenix Brooks
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: Crosses Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
22 schools in our database use the Crosses mascot across 14 states.
The Crosses shows up most in Wisconsin (4), California (3), and Massachusetts (2). Dc also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Crosses as a Object mascot. Programs note that it is representing an inanimate object.
Other programs adopt the Crosses most often (17 schools). Elementary (5) also feature this mascot.