noun
state-run school; public school; state school
Rare term used primarily for schools run by a state government, especially in countries like Australia or Brazil. Not commonly used for Japanese public schools.
オーストラリアでは州立校が一般的だ。
In Australia, state-run schools are common.
Compound of 州 (state) + 立 (established) + 校 (school). The reading follows standard on'yomi.