There are 21 schools in the USA with the word croix in the name.

The word "croix," which means "cross" in French, is commonly found in U.S. public school names due to historical and geographic influences, particularly in regions with a strong French heritage. Many areas in the Midwest, such as Minnesota and Wisconsin, and in Louisiana, were explored and settled by French explorers, missionaries, and settlers during the colonial period. These early influences are reflected in local place names, waterways, and landmarks, which often include the word "croix," such as the St. Croix River. Schools in these regions often adopt local place names to reflect and honor the community's historical roots and cultural legacy. As a result, "croix" is frequently seen in the names of schools, demonstrating a continued recognition of the area's French colonial history and its impact on local identity.

Maine (1)

Minnesota (8)

New Hampshire (1)

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Wisconsin (8)

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