1. An institution of learning and education, esp. for children. [Cases: Schools 11. C.J.S. Schools and School Districts §§ 4, 74, 76, 396–398.]
“Although the word ‘school’ in its broad sense includes all schools or institutions, whether of high or low degree, the word ‘school’ frequently has been defined in constitutions and statutes as referring only to the public common schools generally established throughout the United States …. When used in a statute or other contract, ‘school’ usually does not include universities, business colleges, or other institutions of higher education unless the intent to include such institutions is clearly indicated.” 68 Am. Jur. 2d Schools § 1, at 355 (1993).
common school. See public school.
district school. A public school contained in and maintained by a school district. See SCHOOL DISTRICT.
private school. A school maintained by private individuals, religious organizations, or corporations, funded, at least in part, by fees or tuition, and open only to pupils selected and admitted based on religious affiliations or other particular qualifications. [Cases: Schools
1. C.J.S. Schools and School Districts §§ 2, 807.]
public school. An elementary, middle, or high school established under state law, regulated by the local state authorities in the various political subdivisions, funded and maintained by public taxation, and open and free to all children of the particular district where the school is located.
— Also termed common school. [Cases: Schools 11. C.J.S. Schools and School Districts §§ 4, 74, 76, 396–398.]
2. The collective body of students under instruction in an institution of learning.
3. A group of people adhering to the same philosophy or system of beliefs.
