Overview
Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Soshanguve, Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,499 learners and is staffed by 45 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Tshwane West education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 77.5% (186 of 240 candidates).
Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School has declined, moving from a 83.4% pass rate to 77.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 240 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 240 | 186 | 77.5% |
| 2024 | 248 | 185 | 74.6% |
| 2023 | 217 | 181 | 83.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: RUABOHLALE JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL (8241232).
Subject pass rates
Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 82.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 99.6%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 41.9%. 3 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics, Accounting, Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 43 | 18 |
41.9%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 198 | 156 |
78.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 37 | 31 |
83.8%
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| Life Sciences | 63 | 45 |
71.4%
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| English (FAL) | 242 | 241 |
99.6%
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| Accounting | 37 | 22 |
59.5%
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| Business Studies | 74 | 71 |
95.9%
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| Economics | 74 | 40 |
54.1%
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| Geography | 168 | 139 |
82.7%
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| History | 130 | 111 |
85.4%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 35 other secondary schools in Soshanguve.
Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 11.1 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ruabohlale Junior 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 Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Ruabohlale Junior 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 Tshwane West district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 012 791 1511 for specifics.
Is Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Tshwane West district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,499 learners.
What is the quintile of Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q2 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Tshwane West district, Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School in the Tshwane West education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School
Call 012 791 1511 to confirm whether Ruabohlale Junior 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 Ruabohlale Junior 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
Ruabohlale Junior 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 Ruabohlale Junior 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 Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Ruabohlale Junior 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 Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School via phone 012 791 1511.
What documents do I need to apply at Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School?
Ruabohlale Junior 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 Ruabohlale Junior Secondary School (phone 012 791 1511) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.