🧑🤝🧑Mascot: "Mohawks"
29 schools use the "Mohawks" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 29 schools
- States represented
- 11 states
- Most common state
- Ohio (7)
- Top state per capita
- New Hampshire
- Popular school level
- Elementary (13)
- Mascot type
- Person • Historical Figure
Most common states: Ohio (7), Michigan (5), Iowa (3)
Top 5 Color Combos
- (5)Royal BlueGold
- (4)Royal BlueSilver
- (2)GoldMaroon
- (2)GoldBlack
- (2)RedBlack
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
The Mohawk mascot is definitely one that stands out, and it's used by 29 schools across the USA. This tough-sounding name is often associated with the Mohawk people, a Native American tribe known for their bravery and strength. However, it's worth noting that the use of Native American-themed mascots has been a topic of discussion, as some argue it can perpetuate stereotypes and misunderstandings about Native American cultures. In the case of Mohawk High School in Oregon, the mascot was actually changed from the "Mohawk Indians" to the "Mustangs" in 2017 to avoid any potential misrepresentation and to foster a more inclusive environment🐴. Despite this, the name "Mohawks" remains popular in other schools, particularly in New Hampshire, where it's most prevalent per capita. So, the next time you hear about a team called the Mohawks, remember the rich history and the ongoing conversations surrounding these types of mascots🏆.
Community Voices
Hear how the Mohawks fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 7 programs flying the Mohawks banner across Ohio. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Morgan Garcia
Ohio Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like New Hampshire. With 2 schools per million residents, the Mohawks is part of daily conversations here.”
Avery Singh
New Hampshire Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Mohawks delivers the perfect person energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Avery Carter
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: Mohawks Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
29 schools in our database use the Mohawks mascot across 11 states.
The Mohawks shows up most in Ohio (7), Michigan (5), and Iowa (3). Nh also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Mohawks as a Person and Historical Figure mascot. Programs note that it is known for its tough tone and inspired by a historical figure.
Elementary programs adopt the Mohawks most often (13 schools). High School (11) and Other (3) also feature this mascot.