Random question, but it's been bugging me. At what age do most people typically graduate high school? Does this differ widely or is there a general consensus?
Most students in the United States typically graduate high school around the age of 18. This is because kindergarten generally starts at age 5 or 6, and high school culminates with 12th grade, adding up to about 13 years of primary and secondary education.
However, there can be some variation depending on several factors. Some students may graduate early if they have skipped a grade or have chosen to pursue an accelerated academic track. Others may graduate later due to repeating a grade, dealing with personal circumstances that interrupted their education, or enrolling in a five-year high school program that includes additional coursework or vocational training.
It's also worth noting that the typical graduation age might differ globally due to variations in education systems. For instance, in some countries, students might graduate from secondary school at 16 or 17. But generally, within a given education system, the age of graduation is fairly consistent.
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