Hi there, I'm an expert in educational events and traditions. In the United States, the prom is a formal dance event typically attended by high school students. The grade in which students are eligible to attend prom can vary by school and by region, but it's most commonly associated with the eleventh grade, which is the junior year of high school in the U.S. education system. However, some schools may allow students from the tenth grade (sophomores) or twelfth grade (seniors) to attend as well. It's always best to check with your specific school for their prom attendance policies.

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Some high schools allow only the graduating class (Seniors) to have a prom. Some schools also allow grade 11 (Juniors) to have a prom, and select high schools even have proms for Freshmen and Sophomores. In some cases there is a combined Junior/Senior prom.read more >>