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Sixth grade

A US grade for students aged about 11 to 12, often the first year of middle school. Equivalent in age to Year 7 in England.

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Year 7 England Wales
In England and Wales, the first year of secondary school, for pupils aged 11 to 12.
Middle school (US) United States
A US school for grades 6 to 8 (sometimes 5 to 8 or 7 to 8), between elementary and high school.

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