Overview
Mondale High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Portland, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,303 learners and is staffed by 40 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 33:1), operating as a fee-charging school (Q5). It falls within the Metro South education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.6% (245 of 251 candidates).
Mondale High School Matric Performance
Mondale High School's NSC pass rate has remained fairly steady over the past 3 years, from 98.0% in 2023 to 97.6% in 2025 (251 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 251 | 245 | 97.6% |
| 2024 | 252 | 250 | 99.2% |
| 2023 | 251 | 246 | 98.0% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MONDALE HS. (1006615).
Subject pass rates
Mondale High School offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 95.3%. Mathematical Literacy performed strongest at 99.3%, while Physical Sciences was the weakest at 80.8%.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 101 | 87 |
86.1%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 150 | 149 |
99.3%
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| Physical Sciences | 78 | 63 |
80.8%
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| Life Sciences | 102 | 99 |
97.1%
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| Accounting | 109 | 108 |
99.1%
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| Business Studies | 147 | 145 |
98.6%
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| Economics | 40 | 39 |
97.5%
|
| Geography | 135 | 128 |
94.8%
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| History | 113 | 111 |
98.2%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 274 other secondary schools in City of Cape Town.
Mondale High School's 2025 pass rate is 9.7 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Q5 fees vary widely. Confirm Mondale High School'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 Mondale High School for 2027?
Mondale High School is a fee-charging public school in the Metro South district. Indicative 2027 fees: R8,000 – R45,000+ per year (typical range). Exact fees are confirmed by the School Governing Body before the school year begins. To get the official 2027 fee schedule, phone 021 392 7031.
Is Mondale High School a no-fee school?
Mondale High School does charge school fees as a Q5 school. The amount is reviewed and approved annually by the School Governing Body.
What is the quintile of Mondale High School and what does it mean for fees?
Mondale High School is a Quintile 5 school (the top funding band), typically associated with the highest fees among public schools. Located in Portland, Portland, Western Cape in the Metro South district, the SGB sets the fee schedule annually based on facilities, staffing and programmes offered.
How to apply
Mondale High School accepts applications via the WCED Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Mondale High School in the Metro South education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Mondale High School
Call 021 392 7031 to confirm whether Mondale High School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the WCED Online Admissions portal when applications open and select Mondale High School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the WCED Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
If accepted, Mondale High School (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
Check your WCED Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at Mondale High 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 Mondale High School for the next school year?
Mondale High School processes applications online via the WCED Online Admissions. WCED Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens in March/April of the preceding year. Reach the school directly via phone 021 392 7031 to confirm openings in the Metro South district.
What documents do I need to apply at Mondale High School?
When applying to Mondale High School, 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 Mondale High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 021 392 7031.