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19 schools use the "Little Indians" mascot.
Most common states: Texas (4), Arkansas (2), Florida (2)
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The "Little Indians" mascot is a topic that's been around for a while, and it's used by 19 schools, mostly in Arkansas. This mascot type is a person, often depicted in a way that's meant to represent Native American culture, but it's important to note that it can be seen as a stereotype. The use of Native American mascots has been a subject of controversy because they can perpetuate inaccurate and culturally insensitive images. It's interesting to consider how these mascots are perceived. On one hand, they might be intended to honor bravery and tradition, but on the other hand, they can be hurtful and misleading. Some communities and organizations, like the Cherokee Nation, have spoken out against these mascots, calling for schools to adopt more respectful and accurate representations. So, the next time you come across a "Little Indians" mascot, remember the complex history and feelings behind it. It's a good chance to learn more about the importance of cultural sensitivity and respect. 🏆📚
Hear how the Little Indians fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 4 programs flying the Little Indians banner across Texas. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Harper Garcia
Texas Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Arkansas. With 2 schools per million residents, the Little Indians is part of daily conversations here.”
Jordan Lopez
Arkansas Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Little Indians delivers the perfect person energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Kai Kim
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
19 schools in our database use the Little Indians mascot across 14 states.
The Little Indians shows up most in Texas (4), Arkansas (2), and Florida (2). Ar also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Little Indians as a Person and Historical Figure mascot. Programs note that it is inspired by a historical figure.
Elementary programs adopt the Little Indians most often (16 schools). Middle School (2) and High School (1) also feature this mascot.