Overview
Marholeni is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Elim, Elim, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 864 learners and is staffed by 24 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 36:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Vhembe West education district and achieved an excellent 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 97.8% (134 of 137 candidates).
Marholeni Secondary School Matric Performance
Marholeni's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 82.8% in 2023 to 97.8% in 2025 (137 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 137 | 134 | 97.8% |
| 2024 | 152 | 123 | 80.9% |
| 2023 | 122 | 101 | 82.8% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MARHOLENI HIGH (7052104).
Subject pass rates
Marholeni offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 94.3%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Life Sciences was the weakest at 75.3%. 5 subjects recorded a 100% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 42 | 33 |
78.6%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 95 | 93 |
97.9%
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| Physical Sciences | 40 | 37 |
92.5%
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| Life Sciences | 97 | 73 |
75.3%
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| English (FAL) | 138 | 138 |
100.0%
|
| Accounting | 25 | 25 |
100.0%
|
| Business Studies | 41 | 41 |
100.0%
|
| Economics | 21 | 21 |
100.0%
|
| Geography | 113 | 112 |
99.1%
|
| History | 77 | 77 |
100.0%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 8 other secondary schools in Elim.
Marholeni Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 13.2 percentage points above the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Marholeni 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 Marholeni for 2027?
Marholeni is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Elim, Bungeni, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 864 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 099.
Is Marholeni a no-fee school?
Marholeni is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Elim, Bungeni, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Marholeni and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Marholeni falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 864 learners attending here in Elim, Bungeni, Limpopo pay no school fees.
How to apply
To enrol your child at Marholeni, families in Limpopo apply directly at the Marholeni 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 Marholeni
Call 099 to confirm whether Marholeni has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Njakanjaka Village 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 Marholeni during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Marholeni is a no-fee school (Q2), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Marholeni. 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 Marholeni for the next school year?
Marholeni 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 099 to confirm openings in the Vhembe West district.
What documents do I need to apply at Marholeni?
When applying to Marholeni, 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 Marholeni depending on the grade; confirm via phone 099.