Overview
Minerva Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Sandton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,072 learners and is staffed by 65 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.0% (193 of 199 candidates).
Minerva Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Minerva Secondary School has improved, moving from a 68.2% pass rate to 97.0% in 2025, the most recent year, 199 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 199 | 193 | 97.0% |
| 2024 | 258 | 198 | 76.7% |
| 2023 | 258 | 176 | 68.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MINERVA SECONDARY SCHOOL (8152264).
Subject pass rates
Minerva Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 93.2%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 65.6%. 3 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Physical Sciences, English (FAL), Business Studies).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 32 | 21 |
65.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 167 | 160 |
95.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 32 | 32 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 100 | 81 |
81.0%
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| English (FAL) | 200 | 200 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 41 | 36 |
87.8%
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| Business Studies | 100 | 100 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 41 | 32 |
78.0%
|
| Geography | 91 | 86 |
94.5%
|
| History | 127 | 120 |
94.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 10 other secondary schools in Sandton.
Minerva Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 9.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Minerva 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 Minerva Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Minerva Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 882 1734 for specifics.
Is Minerva Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Minerva Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,072 learners.
What is the quintile of Minerva Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Johannesburg East district, Minerva Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Minerva Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Minerva Secondary School in the Johannesburg East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Minerva Secondary School
Call 011 882 1734 to confirm whether Minerva Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Minerva Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Minerva Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Minerva Secondary School.
- 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 Minerva Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Minerva Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Minerva Secondary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact Minerva Secondary School via phone 011 882 1734.
What documents do I need to apply at Minerva Secondary School?
Minerva Secondary 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 Minerva Secondary School (phone 011 882 1734) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.