middle school

noun

: a school usually including grades five to eight or six to eight
middle schooler noun

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But many of the strongest math students take algebra in middle school, so high schools don’t get credit for those students’ algebra scores. Scott Travis, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2025 The prioritization of middle school career exploration in multiple accountability systems reflects its clear importance in the state. Matt Gandal, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025 Those at the middle school level were featured on July 3. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2025 By the time Taylor reached middle school, the edge was apparent. Devon Henderson, Oc Register, 6 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for middle school

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of middle school was in 1870

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“Middle school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/middle%20school. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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middle school

noun
: a school usually including grades 5 to 8 or 6 to 8

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