Lehana Senior Secondary School
📍 Mt Fletcher, Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape
Learners
1,476
Educators
44
Learners (2025)
567
Educators (2025)
16
Learner : Educator
35.4:1
2025 NSC Pass Rate
66.9%
About this school
Overview
Frank Zibi Agricultural School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 567 learners and is staffed by 16 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 35:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Joe Gqabi education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 66.9% (81 of 121 candidates).
National Senior Certificate
Frank Zibi Agricultural School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Frank Zibi Agricultural School has declined, moving from a 85.7% pass rate to 66.9% in 2025, the most recent year, 121 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 121 | 81 | 66.9% |
| 2024 | 92 | 73 | 79.3% |
| 2023 | 63 | 54 | 85.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Frank Zibi Agricultural High School (4271051).
2025 NSC subjects
Subject pass rates
Frank Zibi Agricultural School offered 6 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 66.7%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 96.7%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 50.8%. 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Agricultural Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 36 | 30 |
83.3%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 85 | 54 |
63.5%
|
| Physical Sciences | 16 | 9 |
56.3%
|
| Life Sciences | 120 | 61 |
50.8%
|
| English (FAL) | 121 | 117 |
96.7%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 121 | 62 |
51.2%
|
Mathematics
83.3%
36 wrote · 30 achieved
Mathematical Literacy
63.5%
85 wrote · 54 achieved
Physical Sciences
56.3%
16 wrote · 9 achieved
Life Sciences
50.8%
120 wrote · 61 achieved
English (FAL)
96.7%
121 wrote · 117 achieved
Agricultural Sciences
51.2%
121 wrote · 62 achieved
How it compares
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 8 other secondary schools in Mount Fletcher.
2025 NSC pass rate vs. area average
66.9%
Frank Zibi Agricultural School
86.0%
Area average
Frank Zibi Agricultural School
Area average
Frank Zibi Agricultural School's 2025 pass rate is 19.1 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
Learner:educator ratio (lower is more staffed)
35.4:1
vs 32.3:1 area average
Ranks 7th of 9
Fees & funding
School fees
Status
No-Fee School
Indicative 2027 fee
R0 per year (no-fee school)
Frank Zibi Agricultural School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Frank Zibi Agricultural School for 2027?
Tuition at Frank Zibi Agricultural School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q1) by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 078 856 4041 for specifics.
Is Frank Zibi Agricultural School a no-fee school?
Yes, Frank Zibi Agricultural School is officially a no-fee school (Q1), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Joe Gqabi district. No tuition is charged to any of its 567 learners.
What is the quintile of Frank Zibi Agricultural School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Frank Zibi Agricultural School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 567 learners attending here in Mount Fletcher, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
Admissions
How to apply
Applications to Frank Zibi Agricultural School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Frank Zibi Agricultural School school office in the Joe Gqabi education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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1
Confirm availability with Frank Zibi Agricultural School
Call 078 856 4041 to confirm whether Frank Zibi Agricultural School has open places for the year you're applying.
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2
Start the application
Collect the official application form from Skote Location ,Mount Fletcher,Mount Fletcher,4770 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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3
Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Frank Zibi Agricultural School during the school's published admission window.
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4
Pay any required deposits or fees
Frank Zibi Agricultural School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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5
Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Frank Zibi Agricultural School. If declined, you may appeal at the Joe Gqabi district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
Documents typically required
- Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID
- Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens)
- Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months)
- Latest school report
- Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1)
- Most recent end-of-year report from the previous school
- Transfer letter from the previous school (for Grade 8+ transfers)
Admissions questions
How do I apply to Frank Zibi Agricultural School for the next school year?
To apply to Frank Zibi Agricultural School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Frank Zibi Agricultural School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Frank Zibi Agricultural School via phone 078 856 4041.
What documents do I need to apply at Frank Zibi Agricultural School?
Frank Zibi Agricultural School requires the following documents for admission: • Certified copy of the learner's birth certificate or ID • Certified copies of both parents'/guardians' South African IDs (or passport/permit for non-citizens) • Proof of residence (utility bill not older than 3 months) • Latest school report • Immunisation card / clinic card (especially for Grade R / Grade 1) Contact Frank Zibi Agricultural School (phone 078 856 4041) for any school-specific requirements.
Get in touch
Contact & location
Administrative reference details
NatEMIS number
200400502
Circuit
Unknown
Ward
99.0
Local municipality
Elundini Local Municipality
District municipality
Joe Gqabi
Section 21 status
Yes
Exam centre
No
Status
Open
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