Eighth graders are typically 13 to 14 years old. Most students begin 8th grade at age 13 and turn 14 by the end of the school year. However, it is not uncommon for some students to start 8th grade at age 12 or finish at age 15, depending on factors like grade skipping, being held back, or differences in school cutoff dates for age
. In summary:
- Typical age range: 13–14 years old
- Possible starting age: as young as 12
- Possible finishing age: as old as 15
This age range applies primarily in the United States, where 8th grade is usually the final year of middle school
