Overview
Ramaolwane is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Modjadji, Modjadji, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 265 learners and is staffed by 8 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 Mopani East education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.1% (33 of 34 candidates).
Ramaolwane Secondary School Matric Performance
Ramaolwane's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 77.1% in 2023 to 97.1% in 2025 (34 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 34 | 33 | 97.1% |
| 2024 | 47 | 37 | 78.7% |
| 2023 | 48 | 37 | 77.1% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: RAMAOLWANE SECONDARY (7071206).
Subject pass rates
Ramaolwane offered 7 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 93.5%. Physical Sciences performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 50.0%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (Physical Sciences, English (FAL)). 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Mathematics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 4 | 2 |
50.0%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 30 | 29 |
96.7%
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| Physical Sciences | 3 | 3 |
100.0%
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| Life Sciences | 34 | 28 |
82.4%
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| English (FAL) | 34 | 34 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 31 | 30 |
96.8%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 34 | 33 |
97.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 133 other secondary schools in Mopani East.
Ramaolwane Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 13.8 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ramaolwane charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery and learner transport.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Ramaolwane for 2027?
Ramaolwane is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Modjadji, Modjadji, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 265 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 072 218 2982.
Is Ramaolwane a no-fee school?
Ramaolwane is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Modjadji, Modjadji, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Ramaolwane and what does it mean for fees?
Ramaolwane is a Q2 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Modjadji, Modjadji, Limpopo community in the Mopani East district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
Ramaolwane accepts applications directly at the Ramaolwane school office in the Mopani East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Ramaolwane
Call 072 218 2982 to confirm whether Ramaolwane has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Femane Village; P.O. Modjadji;837; or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Ramaolwane during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Ramaolwane is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Ramaolwane. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani East district office under the Limpopo 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 Ramaolwane for the next school year?
Ramaolwane processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 072 218 2982 to confirm openings in the Mopani East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Ramaolwane?
When applying to Ramaolwane, 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 Ramaolwane depending on the grade; confirm via phone 072 218 2982.