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118 schools use the "Raccoons" mascot.
Most common states: California (22), New York (9), Michigan (7)
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Hey there If you've ever come across a school mascot that's as cute as it is clever, you might be thinking of the raccoon. This furry friend is more than just a pretty face; it's a symbol of ingenuity and adaptability. Raccoons are used as mascots by 118 schools across the USA, and they're especially popular in Maine, where they seem to be the local favorite. What makes raccoons so cool? For starters, they're known for their masked bandit look, which adds a touch of mischief to their already charming demeanor. In school spirit, the raccoon mascot often represents quick thinking and resourcefulness, traits that students aspire to. Whether they're rallying the crowd at a sports game or appearing at school events, raccoon mascots bring a fun and lively vibe that's hard to ignore. So next time you see a raccoon mascot, remember: they're not just cute; they're also symbols of smart and agile school spirit 🏆.
Hear how the Raccoons fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 22 programs flying the Raccoons banner across California. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Drew Vargas
California Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Maine. With 2 schools per million residents, the Raccoons is part of daily conversations here.”
Casey Kim
Maine Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Raccoons delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Blair Lopez
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
118 schools in our database use the Raccoons mascot across 31 states.
The Raccoons shows up most in California (22), New York (9), and Michigan (7). Me also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Raccoons as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute.
Elementary programs adopt the Raccoons most often (101 schools). Other (12) and High School (3) also feature this mascot.