There are 25 schools in the USA with the word capt in the name.
The word "capt" is commonly found in U.S. public school names as an abbreviation of "captain," a title often used to honor individuals who held notable leadership roles in the military, maritime industry, or local government. Many schools are named after influential figures in American history or the community, such as Captain John Smith or Captain Charles Wilkins, to recognize their contributions and instill a sense of pride and legacy in students. This tradition reflects the broader American practice of commemorating historical leaders and local heroes by naming public buildings and institutions after them. Additionally, using "capt" in school names can serve as a subtle teaching tool, introducing students to important regional or national history associated with the individual for whom the school is named. Such names help foster a connection to local heritage and promote values of leadership and service within the school community.
California (5)
Captain Cooper Elementary School in Big Sur, CACaptain John Continuation High School in Hoopa, CA
Captain Raymond Collins in Long Beach, CA
Captain Leland Norton Elementary School in San Bernardino, CA
Captain Jason M. Dahl Elementary School in San Jose, CA
Connecticut (1)
Capt. Nathan Hale School in Coventry, CTLouisiana (1)
Captain Shreve High School in Shreveport, LAMassachusetts (2)
Capt William G Shoemaker in Lynn, MACaptain Samuel Brown in Peabody, MA
Maryland (2)
Captain James E. Daly Elementary School in Germantown, MDCaptain Walter Francis Duke Elementary School in Leonardtown, MD
Maine (1)
Captain Albert W. Stevens School in Belfast, MEMissouri (1)
Ralph M. Captain Elementary School in Clayton, MONorth Carolina (1)
Captain Gilmer Christian School in Fletcher, NCNew Hampshire (1)
Captain Samuel Douglass Academy in Brookline, NHNew Jersey (1)
Captain James Lawrence Elementary School in Burlington, NJNew York (3)
PS 279 Capt Manuel Rivera Junior in Bronx, NYFdny-Captain Vernon A Richards High School in Brooklyn, NY
PS 108 Captain Vincent G Fowler in South Ozone Park, NY
Texas (2)
Capt D Salinas II Elementary School in Alamo, TXCapt Walter E Clarke Middle School in El Paso, TX
Virginia (1)
Captain John Smith Elementary School in Hampton, VAWashington (3)
Capt Johnston Blakely Elementary School in Bainbridge Island, WACaptain Strong in Battle Ground, WA
Captain Gray STEM Elementary School in Pasco, WA
Information is generated using publicly accessible school-supplied data and may be inaccurate