There are 64 schools in the USA with the word kirk in the name.

The word "kirk" is commonly found in U.S. public school names due to its historical and cultural origins. Derived from the Scottish word for "church," "kirk" was often used as a surname and place name by early settlers of Scottish and Scots-Irish descent, who played a significant role in the settlement and development of various regions in the United States. As communities were established, schools were frequently named after prominent local families, early pioneers, or influential community leaders with the surname Kirk. Additionally, schools are sometimes named to honor individuals who made notable contributions to education or civic life in their areas. This blending of heritage and local recognition has led to the recurring presence of "Kirk" in school names across the country.

Alabama (1)

Arkansas (1)

Arizona (2)

California (6)

Delaware (1)

Florida (3)

Iowa (1)

Idaho (1)

Illinois (1)

Kentucky (1)

Missouri (7)

Mississippi (3)

North Carolina (1)

Nevada (1)

New York (4)

Ohio (2)

Oklahoma (4)

Pennsylvania (1)

South Carolina (1)

Tennessee (4)

Texas (7)

Virginia (2)

Washington (9)

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