There are 31 schools in the USA with the word peoria in the name.

The word "Peoria" is commonly found in U.S. public school names primarily because Peoria is the name of a prominent city in Illinois with historical significance. Founded in the early 19th century, Peoria played an important role in the westward expansion and development of the Midwest. As settlers moved across the country, many communities were named after Peoria to honor its heritage and influence, a tradition that extended to the naming of schools. Additionally, the name Peoria is associated with a Native American tribe indigenous to the region, reflecting the country's practice of adopting Native American names for towns, cities, and institutions. Consequently, schools bearing the name Peoria often do so to acknowledge either the local geography or to pay tribute to the historical roots of the area.

Arizona (18)

Illinois (13)

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