The US high school equivalent in Pakistan is secondary school, which encompasses grades 9-12.
While the US system typically has four years of high school, Pakistani secondary schools typically have two years.
Students in Pakistan typically complete their secondary education at the age of 16 or 17, which aligns with the US high school graduation age.
The curriculum and structure of Pakistani secondary schools may differ from US high schools, but the overall purpose of preparing students for higher education or the workforce is the same.
The Pakistani education system has a strong focus on standardized testing, such as the Matriculation Examination at the end of secondary school, which is similar to the US SAT or ACT.
Here's a breakdown of the equivalent grade levels:
- US Grade 9: Pakistani Grade 9
- US Grade 10: Pakistani Grade 10
- US Grade 11: Pakistani Grade 11 (usually part of the Intermediate level)
- US Grade 12: Pakistani Grade 12 (usually part of the Intermediate level)
Example: If a US student is in the 11th grade, they would be considered equivalent to a Pakistani student in Grade 11 (or potentially the first year of the Intermediate level).
