high school

noun

1. a school attended after elementary school or junior high school and usually consisting of grades 9 or 10 through 12.

high school

noun

1. another term for grammar school
2. a secondary school from grade 7 to grade 12
3. a secondary school, the grades covered depending on the province

Other Words From

• high school adjective
• high schooler noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of high school¹

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

If blond-haired drivers and female racers didn’t have to hide who they were, why should Shumake, who has been open about his sexual orientation since high school?

From Los Angeles Times

Franken, who died three years ago, put on meets that had a three-ring-circus feel, with dozens of events featuring high school athletes and Olympic champions.

From Los Angeles Times

San Pedro High School discovered a deposit of marine fossils on campus in 2022 and began collaborating with local paleontologists to uncover secrets from the Palos Verdes Peninsula’s geological past.

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Last week, a group of mostly male students held a raucous pro-Trump rally at Beverly Hills High School.

From Los Angeles Times

The principal of Beverly Hills High School told students they could no longer ‘congregate, circle up, shout, jump, etc.,’ according to a message sent out to parents and students.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• secondary school