There are 44 schools in the USA with the word calhoun in the name.

The word "Calhoun" is commonly found in the names of U.S. public schools due to its historical significance. It often references John C. Calhoun, a prominent 19th-century American politician and statesman from South Carolina who served as Vice President, Secretary of State, and Secretary of War. Many communities, especially in the southern United States, named schools and other public buildings after Calhoun to honor his influence in American politics and regional history. Additionally, the name "Calhoun" is associated with various towns, counties, and geographic features across the country, reflecting its broad cultural presence. As public schools often adopt names that hold local or national importance, "Calhoun" became a recurring choice in recognition of its historical roots and geographic prevalence.

Alabama (3)

Florida (2)

Georgia (8)

Iowa (3)

Illinois (2)

Kentucky (1)

Louisiana (2)

Michigan (3)

Missouri (1)

Mississippi (4)

Nebraska (2)

New York (2)

South Carolina (5)

Tennessee (1)

Texas (3)

West Virginia (2)

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