Overview
Ramasete is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Sekororo, Trichardtsdal, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 408 learners and is staffed by 12 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Mopani West education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 84.3% (43 of 51 candidates).
Ramasete Secondary School Matric Performance
Ramasete's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 92.6% in 2023 to 84.3% in 2025 (51 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 51 | 43 | 84.3% |
| 2024 | 40 | 33 | 82.5% |
| 2023 | 27 | 25 | 92.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: RAMASETE HIGH (7084510).
Subject pass rates
Ramasete offered 7 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 84.7%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 63.6%. 2 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL), Agricultural Sciences).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 11 | 7 |
63.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 40 | 33 |
82.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 11 | 10 |
90.9%
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| Life Sciences | 51 | 38 |
74.5%
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| English (FAL) | 51 | 51 |
100.0%
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| Geography | 40 | 32 |
80.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 11 | 11 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 11 other secondary schools in Trichardtsdal.
Ramasete Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.3 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Ramasete 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 Ramasete for 2027?
Ramasete is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Sekororo, Trichardtsdal, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 408 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Ramasete a no-fee school?
Ramasete is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Sekororo, Trichardtsdal, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Ramasete and what does it mean for fees?
Ramasete is a Q1 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Sekororo, Trichardtsdal, Limpopo community in the Mopani West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Ramasete, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Ramasete school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Mopani West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Ramasete
Call 099 to confirm whether Ramasete has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Turkey Zone 4 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 Ramasete during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Ramasete 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 Ramasete. If declined, you may appeal at the Mopani West 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 Ramasete for the next school year?
Ramasete 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 099 to confirm openings in the Mopani West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Ramasete?
When applying to Ramasete, 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 Ramasete depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.