There are 70 schools in the USA with the word academies in the name.

The word "academies" is commonly found in U.S. public school names due to its historical association with institutions dedicated to higher learning and specialized education. In the early history of American education, "academy" referred to private or semi-public schools that often offered a more rigorous or focused curriculum than typical public schools. Over time, public schools adopted the term to convey an emphasis on academic excellence, specialized programs, or unique educational philosophies, such as arts, sciences, or technology. The use of "academy" also reflects a desire to distinguish these schools as places of serious study and advanced opportunities, appealing to families seeking particular educational pathways. Furthermore, the term often signals an intention to prepare students for college or careers, drawing on a tradition of academies as preparatory institutions.

Alabama (1)

Arkansas (11)

Arizona (21)

California (9)

Florida (9)

Georgia (1)

Illinois (1)

Michigan (2)

Missouri (1)

Mississippi (1)

North Carolina (1)

New Jersey (5)

Ohio (1)

Utah (5)

Virginia (1)

Information is generated using publicly accessible school-supplied data and may be inaccurate