Definition

1. Noun:
   • A school for students that typically includes grades seven and eight: "junior high" refers to an educational institution that serves as an intermediate stage between elementary school and high school, usually covering the seventh and eighth grades. In some systems, it may also include the ninth grade.

Usage and Examples

• Noun:
  • My daughter will start attending the local junior high next year.
  • The science fair at the junior high is always very impressive.
  • He teaches mathematics at a junior high.

Advanced Usage

• "junior high school": This is the full, formal term. "Junior high" is the common shortened form.
  • The district is building a new junior high school.

Variants and Related Words

• Middle school (n): A similar educational institution that sometimes includes different grade ranges, such as grades 6-8. The terms are often used interchangeably, though "middle school" can imply a different educational philosophy.
• Secondary school (n): A broader term for any school that follows primary/elementary education, which includes junior high and high school.

Synonyms

• Intermediate school: A less common synonym for a school at this level.

Notes on Meaning

• The specific grade levels included in a "junior high" can vary by region and school district. While traditionally grades 7-8, some junior highs may include grade 9. Its primary function is to provide a transitional educational environment for early adolescents.

Noun

1. a secondary school usually including 7th and 8th grades