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1,061 schools use the "Rams" mascot.
Most common states: California (72), Pennsylvania (64), Texas (64)
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If you've ever been to a school sporting event, you might have seen a mascot that's as tough as it sounds: the Ram 🐾. This fierce animal is more than just a symbol; it represents determination, action, and leadership. The ram has been a popular choice for schools since the 1950s, with one notable example being George Washington Carver High School in New Orleans, where the ram mascot was adopted back in 1958. What's cool about the ram mascot is its connection to real-life school heroes. For instance, at the University of North Carolina, the ram mascot was inspired by a football player named Jack Merritt, who was nicknamed "the battering ram" for his powerful plays on the field. So, the next time you see a ram mascot charging onto the field or court, remember that it's not just a tough-looking animal – it's a symbol of strength, initiative, and school spirit. And with over 1,000 schools using the ram as their mascot, it's clear that this symbol is a favorite across the USA. 🏆 ⚡
Hear how the Rams fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 72 programs flying the Rams banner across California. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Morgan Brooks
California Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Alaska. With 9 schools per million residents, the Rams is part of daily conversations here.”
Blair Brooks
Alaska Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Rams delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Morgan Sullivan
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
1,061 schools in our database use the Rams mascot across 50 states.
The Rams shows up most in California (72), Pennsylvania (64), and Texas (64). Ak also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Rams as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is known for its tough tone.
High School programs adopt the Rams most often (352 schools). Elementary (336) and Other (207) also feature this mascot.