Overview
Rietvale High School is a public secondary school (Grades 8–12) located in Ritchie, Northern Cape, South Africa. It currently enrols 1,492 learners and is staffed by 46 educators (a learner-to-educator ratio of approximately 32:1), and is officially classified as a no-fee school under Q1. It falls within the Frances Baard (Fb) education district and achieved a moderate 2025 NSC matric pass rate of 78.7% (148 of 188 candidates).
Rietvale High School Matric Performance
Rietvale High School's NSC pass rate has improved over the past 3 years, from 54.6% in 2023 to 78.7% in 2025 (188 candidates writing in 2025).
| Year | Wrote | Achieved | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 188 | 148 | 78.7% |
| 2024 | 148 | 115 | 77.7% |
| 2023 | 163 | 89 | 54.6% |
Source: 2025 NSC School Performance Report (DBE). Centre: H/skool Rietvale (2014303).
Subject pass rates
Rietvale High School offered 10 subjects at NSC level in 2025, achieving an overall subject pass rate of 68.4%. English (FAL) performed strongest at 100.0%, while Mathematics was the weakest at 18.2%. 1 subject recorded a 100% pass rate (English (FAL)). 7 subjects fell below a 60% pass rate.
| Subject | Wrote | Achieved | 2025 pass rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 11 | 2 |
18.2%
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| Mathematical Literacy | 178 | 97 |
54.5%
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| Physical Sciences | 11 | 6 |
54.5%
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| Life Sciences | 66 | 21 |
31.8%
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| English (FAL) | 130 | 130 |
100.0%
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| Accounting | 17 | 5 |
29.4%
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| Business Studies | 48 | 26 |
54.2%
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| Economics | 48 | 23 |
47.9%
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| Geography | 141 | 111 |
78.7%
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| History | 151 | 127 |
84.1%
|
Benchmark against nearby schools
Compared with 35 other secondary schools in Frances Baard (Fb).
Rietvale High School's 2025 pass rate is 7.5 percentage points below the average for comparable schools in the area.
School fees
Rietvale High School 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 Rietvale High School for 2027?
Rietvale High School is a no-fee public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in Ritchie, Northern Cape, so parents pay no tuition fees for 2027. All 1,492 enrolled learners attend at no charge. Budget instead for uniforms, stationery and transport. For voluntary contributions or admission fees, phone 053 871 2141.
Is Rietvale High School a no-fee school?
Rietvale High School is classified no-fee under Q1 and forms part of the state-funded schools serving Ritchie, Northern Cape. Parents pay no tuition fees.
What is the quintile of Rietvale High School and what does it mean for fees?
As a Q1 public secondary school (Grades 8–12) in the Frances Baard (Fb) district, Rietvale High School is funded entirely by the state under the no-fee policy applied to Quintiles 1 through 3.
How to apply
Applications to Rietvale High School for Grade 8 (and other grade transfers) are submitted directly at the Rietvale High School school office in the Frances Baard (Fb) education district. Below is the step-by-step process specific to Northern Cape.
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Confirm availability with Rietvale High School
Call 053 871 2141 to confirm whether Rietvale High School has open places for the year you're applying.
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Start the application
Collect the official application form from Van Riebeeck Street, Rietvale Ritchie, Ritchie, 8701 or download it from the Northern Cape Department of Education website.
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Submit your documents
Submit the completed form and certified copies of all supporting documents to Rietvale High School during the school's published admission window.
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Pay any required deposits or fees
Rietvale High School is a no-fee school (Q1), so no tuition is payable. Budget for uniforms and stationery.
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Confirm placement and enrol
Wait for confirmation from Rietvale High School. If declined, you may appeal at the Frances Baard (Fb) district office under the Northern Cape 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 Rietvale High School for the next school year?
Rietvale High School processes applications at the school office. Northern Cape applications are made directly at the school office. Reach the school directly via phone 053 871 2141 to confirm openings in the Frances Baard (Fb) district.
What documents do I need to apply at Rietvale High School?
When applying to Rietvale High School, 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 Rietvale High School depending on the grade; confirm via phone 053 871 2141.