Overview
Milton Mpfumedzeni is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Lukalo, Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,374 learners and is staffed by 37 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 37:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q2. It falls within the Vhembe East education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 78.8% (275 of 349 candidates).
Milton Mpfumedzeni Secondary School Matric Performance
Milton Mpfumedzeni's NSC pass rate has declined over the past 3 years, from 84.2% in 2023 to 78.8% in 2025 (349 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 349 | 275 | 78.8% |
| 2024 | 328 | 263 | 80.2% |
| 2023 | 259 | 218 | 84.2% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: MILTON MPFUMEDZENI SECONDARY (7062607).
Subject pass rates
Milton Mpfumedzeni offered 9 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 84.1%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Economics was the weakest at 68.8%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)).
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 190 | 142 |
74.7%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 159 | 133 |
83.6%
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| Physical Sciences | 173 | 126 |
72.8%
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| Life Sciences | 192 | 176 |
91.7%
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| English (FAL) | 349 | 349 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 60 | 51 |
85.0%
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| Business Studies | 176 | 155 |
88.1%
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| Economics | 157 | 108 |
68.8%
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| Geography | 289 | 228 |
78.9%
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Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 16 other secondary schools in Thohoyandou.
Milton Mpfumedzeni Secondary School's 2025 pass rate is 6.0 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Milton Mpfumedzeni 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 Milton Mpfumedzeni for 2027?
Milton Mpfumedzeni is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Lukalo, Thohoyandou, Limpopo, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,374 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 079 426 6034.
Is Milton Mpfumedzeni a no-fee school?
Milton Mpfumedzeni is classified no-fee under Q2 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Lukalo, Thohoyandou, Limpopo. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Milton Mpfumedzeni and what does it mean for fees?
Classified as Q2 by the Department of Basic Education, Milton Mpfumedzeni falls within the no-fee category, meaning the 1,374 learners attending here in Lukalo, Thohoyandou, Limpopo pay no school fees.
How to apply
Milton Mpfumedzeni accepts applications directly at the Milton Mpfumedzeni school office in the Vhembe East education district. The steps and documents required for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are detailed below.
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Confirm availability with Milton Mpfumedzeni
Call 079 426 6034 to confirm whether Milton Mpfumedzeni has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Lukalo 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 Milton Mpfumedzeni during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Milton Mpfumedzeni 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 Milton Mpfumedzeni. If declined, you may appeal at the Vhembe East 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 Milton Mpfumedzeni for the next school year?
Milton Mpfumedzeni 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 079 426 6034 to confirm openings in the Vhembe East district.
What documents do I need to apply at Milton Mpfumedzeni?
When applying to Milton Mpfumedzeni, 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 Milton Mpfumedzeni depending on the grade; confirm via phone 079 426 6034.