Overview
Elim is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Elim, Elim, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 2,035 learners and is staffed by 60 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 34:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q3. It falls within the Vhembe West education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 93.8% (257 of 274 candidates).
Elim Secondary School Matric Performance
Elim's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 81.6% in 2023 to 93.8% in 2025 (274 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 274 | 257 | 93.8% |
| 2024 | 199 | 188 | 94.5% |
| 2023 | 190 | 155 | 81.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: ELIM HIGH (7051705).
Subject pass rates
Elim offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 91.6%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Accounting was the weakest at 73.6%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 77 | 58 |
75.3%
|
| Mathematical Literacy | 197 | 193 |
98.0%
|
| Physical Sciences | 67 | 59 |
88.1%
|
| Life Sciences | 221 | 166 |
75.1%
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| English (FAL) | 274 | 274 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 53 | 39 |
73.6%
|
| Business Studies | 53 | 52 |
98.1%
|
| Economics | 53 | 47 |
88.7%
|
| Geography | 221 | 217 |
98.2%
|
| History | 154 | 150 |
97.4%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 8 other secondary schools in Elim.
Elim Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 8.7 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Elim 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 Elim for 2027?
Elim is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Elim, Standno, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 2,035 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 015 556 3378.
Is Elim a no-fee school?
Elim is classified no-fee under Q3 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Elim, Standno, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Elim and what does it mean for fees?
Elim is a Q3 school, the lowest of three quintile bands designated as "no-fee" under the SA Schools Act. Serving the Elim, Standno, Limpopo community in the Vhembe West district, it receives full state funding and parents are not charged tuition.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Elim, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Elim school office. The exact Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) process in the Vhembe West education district is summarised below.
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Confirm availability with Elim
Call 015 556 3378 to confirm whether Elim has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Elim Settlement or download it from the Limpopo Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Elim during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Elim 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 Elim. If declined, you may appeal at the Vhembe West district office under the Limpopo 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 Elim for the next school year?
Elim processes applications at the school office. In Limpopo, applications are completed at the school and processed via the circuit office. Reach the school directly via phone 015 556 3378 to confirm openings in the Vhembe West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Elim?
When applying to Elim, 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 Elim depending on the grade; confirm via phone 015 556 3378.