Overview
Greenville Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Bizana, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,101 learners and is staffed by 28 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 39:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Alfred Nzo East education district and achieved a developing 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 47.8% (100 of 209 candidates).
Greenville Secondary School Matric Performance
Greenville Secondary School's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 70.7% in 2023 to 47.8% in 2025 (209 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 209 | 100 | 47.8% |
| 2024 | 169 | 113 | 66.9% |
| 2023 | 167 | 118 | 70.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Greenville Senior Secondary School (4241009).
Subject pass rates
Greenville Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 61.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 91.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 18.4%. 7 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 87 | 43 |
49.4%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 122 | 73 |
59.8%
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| Physical Sciences | 73 | 33 |
45.2%
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| Life Sciences | 161 | 73 |
45.3%
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| English (FAL) | 210 | 191 |
91.0%
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| Accounting | 49 | 9 |
18.4%
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| Business Studies | 49 | 21 |
42.9%
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| Economics | 49 | 18 |
36.7%
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| Geography | 88 | 64 |
72.7%
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| History | 87 | 60 |
69.0%
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| Agricultural Sciences | 74 | 56 |
75.7%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 26 other secondary schools in Bizana.
Greenville Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 32.9 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Greenville Secondary School 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 Greenville Secondary School for 2027?
Greenville Secondary School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Bizana, Eastern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,101 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 079 973 8719.
Is Greenville Secondary School a no-fee school?
Greenville Secondary School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Bizana, Eastern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Greenville Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q1 by the Department of Basic Education, Greenville Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,101 learners attending here in Bizana, Eastern Cape pay no school fees.
How to apply
Greenville Secondary School accepts applications directly at the Greenville Secondary School school office in the Alfred Nzo 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 Greenville Secondary School
Call 079 973 8719 to confirm whether Greenville Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Etyeni A/A,Greenville Location,Bizana,4800 or download it from the Eastern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Greenville Secondary School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Greenville Secondary School 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 Greenville Secondary School. If declined, you may appeal at the Alfred Nzo East district office under the Eastern 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 Greenville Secondary School for the next school year?
Greenville Secondary School processes applications at the school office. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. Reach the school directly via phone 079 973 8719 to confirm openings in the Alfred Nzo East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Greenville Secondary School?
When applying to Greenville Secondary 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 Greenville Secondary School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 079 973 8719.