Middle school

In many locations, middle school and junior high school are interchangeable terms for a school that serves as a "bridge" between elementary school and high school. In other locations, the two terms have different meanings. In Chinese culture, especially China, Taiwan and Hong Kong, middle school is a synonym for secondary school. The term junior high dates back to 1909 with the founding of Indianola Junior High School in Columbus, Ohio. The term ... more

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