There are 16 schools in the USA with the word cary in the name.
The word "Cary" is commonly found in U.S. public school names primarily due to its connection to notable figures and geographic locations within the country. In many cases, schools are named after towns or cities called Cary, such as Cary, North Carolina or Cary, Illinois, reflecting a tradition of naming educational institutions after their local communities to foster regional identity and pride. Additionally, some schools may be named after influential individuals with the surname Cary, who have made significant contributions to local education, civic life, or American history. This practice aligns with broader naming conventions in the U.S., where schools often honor important local leaders, benefactors, or early settlers. As a result, the presence of "Cary" in school names serves as a recognition of both place and people, helping to preserve local history and connect students to their community's heritage.
Alabama (1)
Cary Woods Elementary School in Auburn, ALCalifornia (1)
Caryn Elementary School in Alta Loma, CAColorado (1)
Ken Caryl Middle School in Littleton, COGeorgia (1)
Cary Reynolds Elementary School in Atlanta, GAIllinois (2)
Cary Junior High School in Cary, ILCary-Grove Community High School in Cary, IL
Missouri (1)
John Cary Early Childhood Ctr in St Louis, MONorth Carolina (4)
Cary Elementary School in Cary, NCCary High School in Cary, NC
East Cary Middle School in Cary, NC
West Cary Middle School in Cary, NC
New York (1)
Caryl E Adams Primary School in Whitney Point, NYOhio (1)
Carylwood Intermediate School in Bedford, OHTennessee (1)
Caryville Elementary School in Caryville, TNVirginia (2)
Carysbrook Elementary School in Fork Union, VAJames H. Cary Intermediate School in Tappahannock, VA
Information is generated using publicly accessible school-supplied data and may be inaccurate