Overview
Lumko High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Gompo, East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,232 learners and is staffed by 34 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Buffalo City education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 90.5% (171 of 189 candidates).
Lumko High School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Lumko High School has improved, moving from a 85.7% pass rate to 90.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 189 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 189 | 171 | 90.5% |
| 2024 | 214 | 170 | 79.4% |
| 2023 | 168 | 144 | 85.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: Lumko High School (4321055).
Subject pass rates
Lumko High School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 90.9%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 72.5%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 51 | 37 |
72.5%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 139 | 126 |
90.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 42 | 35 |
83.3%
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| Life Sciences | 121 | 91 |
75.2%
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| English (FAL) | 189 | 189 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 26 | 24 |
92.3%
|
| Business Studies | 69 | 68 |
98.6%
|
| Economics | 69 | 65 |
94.2%
|
| Geography | 89 | 83 |
93.3%
|
| History | 122 | 116 |
95.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 67 other secondary schools in East London.
Lumko High School's 2025 pass rate is 5.2 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Lumko High School charges no tuition fees. Plan instead for uniforms, stationery, transport and outings.
Public secondary school (Grades 8–12); fees regulated by the SA Schools Act.
Fee questions
How much are school fees at Lumko High School for 2027?
Tuition at Lumko High School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q3) by the Department of Basic Education in the Buffalo City district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 043 741 1075 for specifics.
Is Lumko High School a no-fee school?
Yes, Lumko High School is officially a no-fee school (Q3), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Buffalo City district. No tuition is charged to any of its 1,232 learners.
What is the quintile of Lumko High School and what does it mean for fees?
Lumko High School is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Gompo, East London, Eastern Cape community in the Buffalo City district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Lumko High School, families in Eastern Cape apply directly at the Lumko High School school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Buffalo City education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Lumko High School
Call 043 741 1075 to confirm whether Lumko High School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Long Acre,Amalinda,East London,5247 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 Lumko High School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Lumko High School is a no-fee school (Q3), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Lumko High School. If declined, you may appeal at the Buffalo City 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 Lumko High School for the next school year?
To apply to Lumko High School for the next academic year, collect and submit the application form directly at Lumko High School. In the Eastern Cape, applications are made directly at the school office and confirmed by the district. For confirmation of available places, contact Lumko High School via phone 043 741 1075.
What documents do I need to apply at Lumko High School?
Lumko High School 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 Lumko High School (phone 043 741 1075) for any school-specific requirements.