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16 schools use the "Gorillas" mascot.
Most common states: Kansas (2), South Dakota (2), Washington (2)
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If you're looking for a mascot that's both tough-sounding and undeniably cute, you can't go wrong with the Gorillas 🐾. This mighty animal is the proud symbol of 16 schools across the USA, and it's particularly popular in San Diego. Imagine the energy and strength a gorilla mascot brings to a school's sports games and events – it's like having a powerful, furry cheerleader on your side. The Grauer School in San Diego, for instance, uses the gorilla mascot to inspire perseverance and hope, and they even support the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education (GRACE) Center to help protect these amazing creatures🛡️. So, the next time you see a gorilla mascot, remember it's not just about being tough; it's also about being caring and committed to making a difference⭐.
Hear how the Gorillas fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 2 programs flying the Gorillas banner across Kansas. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Blair Kim
Kansas Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like South Dakota. With 2 schools per million residents, the Gorillas is part of daily conversations here.”
Rowan Kim
South Dakota Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Gorillas delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Kai Hughes
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
16 schools in our database use the Gorillas mascot across 13 states.
The Gorillas shows up most in Kansas (2), South Dakota (2), and Washington (2). Sd also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Gorillas as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute and known for its tough tone.
Elementary programs adopt the Gorillas most often (10 schools). High School (6) also feature this mascot.