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106 schools use the "Pumas" mascot.
Most common states: California (27), Illinois (11), Texas (10)
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The Puma is one cool and tough-sounding mascot that several schools in the USA have adopted, and for good reasons. Imagine a creature that's nicknamed the 'ghosts of the forest' due to its stealthy and quick movements 🚀. Pumas are strong, beautiful animals that thrive in various habitats, much like how students navigate different challenges in school. These big cats are known for their resilience; for example, the Florida panther, a type of puma, rebounded from just 20 individuals in 1973 to around 200 today, despite facing numerous obstacles. Pumas also embody the spirit of determination and self-reliance. They go after what they want and stick with it until they achieve their goals, which is a great motivator for students aiming to succeed in their studies and extracurricular activities. Plus, did you know that pumas are one of the few big cat species that purr? That's right, these tough-looking cats have a softer side too. So, if your school has a Puma as its mascot, you're probably part of a community that values strength, perseverance, and a can-do attitude – qualities that can help you excel both in and out of the classroom. ⭐
Hear how the Pumas fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 27 programs flying the Pumas banner across California. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Blair Nguyen
California Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Alaska. With 1 schools per million residents, the Pumas is part of daily conversations here.”
Kai Diaz
Alaska Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Pumas delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Drew Singh
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
106 schools in our database use the Pumas mascot across 28 states.
The Pumas shows up most in California (27), Illinois (11), and Texas (10). Ak also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Pumas as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is known for its tough tone.
Elementary programs adopt the Pumas most often (44 schools). High School (32) and Other (16) also feature this mascot.