Overview
Gxaba Senior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,400 learners and is staffed by 35 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 40:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Or Tambo Coastal education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 83.8% (197 of 235 candidates).
Gxaba Senior Secondary School Matric Performance
Gxaba Senior Secondary School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 86.5% in 2023 to 83.8% in 2025 (235 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 235 | 197 | 83.8% |
| 2024 | 211 | 178 | 84.4% |
| 2023 | 207 | 179 | 86.5% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Gxaba Senior Secondary School (4281013).
Subject pass rates
Gxaba Senior Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 86.0%. Business Studies performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 65.1%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (Business Studies).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 106 | 69 |
65.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 129 | 112 |
86.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 90 | 74 |
82.2%
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| Life Sciences | 219 | 171 |
78.1%
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| English (FAL) | 235 | 230 |
97.9%
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| Accounting | 16 | 11 |
68.8%
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| Business Studies | 16 | 16 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 16 | 13 |
81.3%
|
| Geography | 129 | 109 |
84.5%
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| History | 129 | 124 |
96.1%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 90 | 82 |
91.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Ngqeleni.
Gxaba Senior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.3 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Gxaba Senior Secondary 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 Gxaba Senior Secondary School for 2027?
Gxaba Senior Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,400 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and excursions. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, contact the school office.
Is Gxaba Senior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Gxaba Senior Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Gxaba Senior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Gxaba Senior Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,400 learners attending here in Ngqeleni, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to Gxaba Senior Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Gxaba Senior Secondary School school office in the Or Tambo Coastal education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Eastern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Gxaba Senior Secondary School
Contact Gxaba Senior Secondary School directly to confirm whether places are available for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Lujizweni a/a, Ngqeleni, or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Gxaba Senior Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Gxaba Senior Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Gxaba Senior Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Or Tambo Coastal district office under the Eastern Cape Department of Education.
- 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 Gxaba Senior Secondary School for the next school year?
Gxaba Senior Secondary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via the school office to confirm openings in the Or Tambo Coastal district.
What documents do I need to apply at Gxaba Senior Secondary School?
When applying to Gxaba Senior Secondary School, you'll typically need: • 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) Additional items may be requested by Gxaba Senior Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via the school office.