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21 schools use the "Steers" mascot.
Most common states: Texas (17), New Mexico (2), Tennessee (1)
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Hey there Let's talk about one of the coolest and most unique school mascots out there: the Steer. Yep, you read that right – a steer, like the kind you'd find on a ranch. The University of Texas at Austin is probably the most famous example, with their beloved mascot Bevo, a Texas Longhorn steer with those iconic burnt orange and white colors 🦴. But steers aren't just limited to UT; they are used by 21 schools across the USA, and they're particularly popular in New Mexico. The idea of a steer as a mascot might seem unusual, but it symbolizes strength, resilience, and a strong connection to the local culture and history. So next time you hear about a school with a steer mascot, remember they're prob celebrating their tough and sturdy spirit 🛡️. It's a great way to show school pride and honor the hard work and determination of their students and athletes.
Hear how the Steers fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 17 programs flying the Steers banner across Texas. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Harper Carter
Texas Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like New Mexico. With 2 schools per million residents, the Steers is part of daily conversations here.”
Riley Singh
New Mexico Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Steers delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Rowan Nguyen
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
21 schools in our database use the Steers mascot across 4 states.
The Steers shows up most in Texas (17), New Mexico (2), and Tennessee (1). Nm also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Steers as a Animal and Mammal mascot.
Elementary programs adopt the Steers most often (9 schools). High School (8) and Middle School (2) also feature this mascot.