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junior high school, middle school
Secondary education for students typically aged 12-15.
中学校 is the standard term for junior high school in Japan's education system.
ABBREVIATION:
中学 (commonly used in conversation)
JAPANESE SCHOOL SYSTEM:
- 小学校: elementary (6 years, ages 6-12)
- 中学校: junior high (3 years, ages 12-15)
- 高校/高等学校: high school (3 years, ages 15-18)
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NOTE:
Junior high is compulsory education in Japan.