In an educational context, being placed refers to a student being assigned or allocated to a specific grade or class based on their academic progress, readiness, or other criteria. It typically involves determining the most suitable educational setting for the student's needs. On the other hand, being promoted means that a student advances to the next grade level or academic stage based on their successful completion of the current requirements. Promotion is usually granted when students have met the necessary academic benchmarks and are deemed ready to progress to the next level.