Overview
David Makhubo Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Kaalfontein Ext 23, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,363 learners and is staffed by 63 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 38:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Johannesburg East education district and achieved a strong 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 82.1% (215 of 262 candidates).
David Makhubo Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, David Makhubo Secondary School has improved, moving from a 78.7% pass rate to 82.1% in 2025, the most recent year, 262 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 262 | 215 | 82.1% |
| 2024 | 285 | 211 | 74.0% |
| 2023 | 207 | 163 | 78.7% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: DAVID MAKHUBO SEC SCHOOL (8400530).
Subject pass rates
David Makhubo Secondary School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 83.7%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 66.1%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 55 | 40 |
72.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 208 | 160 |
76.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 47 | 35 |
74.5%
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| Life Sciences | 47 | 41 |
87.2%
|
| English (FAL) | 263 | 263 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 56 | 37 |
66.1%
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| Business Studies | 121 | 99 |
81.8%
|
| Economics | 56 | 42 |
75.0%
|
| Geography | 141 | 117 |
83.0%
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| History | 160 | 132 |
82.5%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 7 other secondary schools in Midrand.
David Makhubo Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 2.0 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
David Makhubo Secondary 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 David Makhubo Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at David Makhubo Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q2) by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 011 204 0024 for specifics.
Is David Makhubo Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, David Makhubo Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q2), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Johannesburg East district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,363 learners.
What is the quintile of David Makhubo Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, David Makhubo Secondary School falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 2,363 learners attending here in Kaalfontein Ext 23, Midrand, Gauteng pay no school fees.
How to apply
Applications to David Makhubo Secondary School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by David Makhubo Secondary School in the Johannesburg East education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Gauteng.
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Confirm availability with David Makhubo Secondary School
Call 011 204 0024 to confirm whether David Makhubo Secondary School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Register on the GDE Online Admissions portal when applications open and select David Makhubo Secondary School as a preferred school.
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Submit your documents
Upload all required documents to the GDE Online Admissions portal before the published cut-off and keep your reference number.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
David Makhubo Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Check your GDE Online Admissions dashboard for the placement outcome. If accepted, complete on-site registration at David Makhubo Secondary 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 David Makhubo Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to David Makhubo Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select David Makhubo Secondary School as a preferred school. GDE Online Admissions for Grade 1 and Grade 8 typically opens around July of the preceding year. For confirmation of available places, contact David Makhubo Secondary School via phone 011 204 0024.
What documents do I need to apply at David Makhubo Secondary School?
David Makhubo Secondary 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 David Makhubo Secondary School (phone 011 204 0024) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.