Overview
Hoerskool de Aar is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in De Aar, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 463 learners and is staffed by 27 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 17:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.5% (78 of 80 candidates).
Hoerskool de Aar Matric Performance
Since 2023, Hoerskool de Aar has improved, moving from a 87.7% pass rate to 97.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 80 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 80 | 78 | 97.5% |
| 2024 | 75 | 70 | 93.3% |
| 2023 | 73 | 64 | 87.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/skool De Aar (2021401).
Subject pass rates
Hoerskool de Aar offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 90.5%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 53.8%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate. 1 subject fell below a 60% pass rate (Economics).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 16 | 14 |
87.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 64 | 64 |
100.0%
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| Physical Sciences | 12 | 11 |
91.7%
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| Life Sciences | 25 | 22 |
88.0%
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| English (FAL) | 25 | 25 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 13 | 13 |
100.0%
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| Business Studies | 44 | 43 |
97.7%
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| Economics | 39 | 21 |
53.8%
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| History | 26 | 26 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 3 other secondary schools in De Aar.
Hoerskool de Aar's 2025 pass rate is 11.5 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Hoerskool de Aar's 2027 fee schedule directly with the school office.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Hoerskool de Aar for 2027?
For 2027, Hoerskool de Aar (Q5) falls within a r8,000 – r45,000+ per year (typical range) band and serves 463 learners in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. The SGB sets the precise fee annually; phone 053 631 2839 for the published amount.
Is Hoerskool de Aar a no-fee school?
No, Hoerskool de Aar is a fee-charging school (Q5) in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Annual fees are set by the SGB and apply to all enrolled learners.
What is the quintile of Hoerskool de Aar and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Hoerskool de Aar in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
Hoerskool de Aar accepts applications directly at the Hoerskool de Aar school office in the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Hoerskool de Aar
Call 053 631 2839 to confirm whether Hoerskool de Aar has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from 1 Jupiter Road de Aar, 7000 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Hoerskool de Aar during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Hoerskool de Aar (an SGB-funded school) may require a registration deposit. The exact amount is confirmed by the school.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Hoerskool de Aar. If declined, you may appeal at the Pixley Ka Seme (Pxl) district office under the Northern 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 Hoerskool de Aar for the next school year?
To apply to Hoerskool de Aar for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Hoerskool de Aar. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. For confirmation of available places, contact Hoerskool de Aar via phone 053 631 2839.
What documents do I need to apply at Hoerskool de Aar?
Hoerskool de Aar 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 Hoerskool de Aar (phone 053 631 2839) for any school-specific requirements.