estar en el tercio superior (educación)

17:50 Apr 10, 2000
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Spanish term or phrase: estar en el tercio superior (educación)
This term is found in an academic certificate and means that the person is one of the best students in the faculty. I need a translation into english!
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Summary of answers provided
naTo rank in the top third part of his/her class
Alexandro Padres Jimenez
naTercio superior
Carol Strong (X)
natop thirty percent
Michele Minsuk
nabe in the top third (of his/her class)
Sarah Pearman


  

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1 hr
To rank in the top third part of his/her class


Explanation:


is what is usually used in High Schools and Universities... the word "rank" or "ranking" being the operative word. Best of luck!


Alexandro Padres Jimenez
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1 hr
Tercio superior


Explanation:
The person is in the upper third of her/his class.

Carol Strong (X)
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2 hrs
top thirty percent


Explanation:
To rank in the top thirty percent of the class.

Michele Minsuk
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6 hrs
be in the top third (of his/her class)


Explanation:
or
The person is amongst the third best performers in his/her class.

Hope this helps.

Sarah Pearman
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