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School Education in USA

Pre-primary education- The length of program is 2 years. Certificates maybe awarded to prove attendance for entry into Elementary Schools. Age level is from 3-6. The type of schools that provides such kinds of education are:-

  • Kindergarten
  • Nursery schools
  • Pre-school programs
  • Child/day care centers

Primary education- The length of program is 4 years. Awards may be given in States/Districts when necessary for entry to Middle Schools. Age level is from 6-10. Elementary Schools provide these kinds of educations.

Middle education- The length of program is 3 years. Awards may be given in States/Districts where middle school is a distinguished level. Age level is from 10-14 years. Middle Schools provide these kinds of educations.

Secondary education- The length of program is 3 years (in junior secondary) and 4 years (in upper secondary). High school diplomas are awarded. Age level is from 13-18 years. The type of schools that provides such kinds of education are:-

  • JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS
  • HIGH SCHOOLS
  • SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS