There are 32 schools in the USA with the word bates in the name.

The word "Bates" is commonly found in U.S. public school names largely due to its association with individuals who made significant contributions to education, local communities, or American history. Many schools are named in honor of prominent figures with the surname Bates, such as educators, philanthropists, or civic leaders who played key roles in establishing or supporting public education in their regions. Additionally, the name may reflect historical ties to influential families or landowners in a community's early development, as it was a common practice to name schools after people who donated land or funding for school buildings. Culturally, using surnames like Bates in school names serves as a way to preserve local heritage and recognize those who helped shape the educational landscape. Over time, these naming traditions have helped reinforce a sense of community identity and continuity in many towns and cities across the United States.

Arkansas (3)

California (1)

Illinois (1)

Indiana (4)

Kentucky (1)

Massachusetts (3)

Maryland (1)

Michigan (3)

Mississippi (5)

South Carolina (5)

South Dakota (1)

Texas (1)

Utah (1)

Washington (2)

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