Overview
Lesiba Secondary School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Benoni, Benoni, Gauteng, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,515 learners and is staffed by 75 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q5. It falls within the Ekurhuleni North education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.5% (388 of 398 candidates).
Lesiba Secondary School Matric Performance
Since 2023, Lesiba Secondary School has improved, moving from a 94.4% pass rate to 97.5% in 2025, the most recent year, 398 learners sat the exam.
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 398 | 388 | 97.5% |
| 2024 | 404 | 380 | 94.1% |
| 2023 | 342 | 323 | 94.4% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: LESIBA SECONDARY SCHOOL (8311258).
Subject pass rates
Lesiba Secondary School offered 11 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 95.0%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 64.5%. 4 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 90 | 79 |
87.8%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 311 | 302 |
97.1%
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| Physical Sciences | 86 | 76 |
88.4%
|
| Life Sciences | 235 | 226 |
96.2%
|
| English (FAL) | 399 | 399 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 50 | 39 |
78.0%
|
| Business Studies | 165 | 157 |
95.2%
|
| Economics | 93 | 60 |
64.5%
|
| Geography | 195 | 195 |
100.0%
|
| History | 94 | 94 |
100.0%
|
| Agricultural Sciences | 96 | 96 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 20 other secondary schools in Benoni.
Lesiba Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 13.0 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Lesiba 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 Lesiba Secondary School for 2027?
Tuition at Lesiba Secondary School for the 2027 academic year is R0; the school is officially classified as no-fee (Q5) by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. Parents may still need to cover uniform and stationery costs; phone 082 552 9065 for specifics.
Is Lesiba Secondary School a no-fee school?
Yes, Lesiba Secondary School is officially a no-fee school (Q5), recognised as such by the Department of Basic Education in the Ekurhuleni North district. No tuition is charged to any of its 2,515 learners.
What is the quintile of Lesiba Secondary School and what does it mean for fees?
Quintile 5, the highest band, applies to Lesiba Secondary School in the Ekurhuleni North district. Q5 fees vary widely between schools and are confirmed by the SGB ahead of each academic year.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Lesiba Secondary School, families in Gauteng apply via the GDE Online Admissions online system, with confirmation handled by Lesiba Secondary School. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Ekurhuleni North education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Lesiba Secondary School
Call 082 552 9065 to confirm whether Lesiba 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 Lesiba 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
Lesiba Secondary School is a no-fee school (Q5), 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 Lesiba 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 Lesiba Secondary School for the next school year?
To apply to Lesiba Secondary School for the next academic year, register on the GDE Online Admissions portal during the official admission window and select Lesiba 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 Lesiba Secondary School via phone 082 552 9065.
What documents do I need to apply at Lesiba Secondary School?
Lesiba 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 Lesiba Secondary School (phone 082 552 9065) for any school-specific requirements and to verify what must be uploaded to the GDE Online Admissions.