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High School Alberton

Public secondary school · Alberton, Johannesburg, Gauteng · Ekurhuleni South district (4 circuit)

In Alberton, Johannesburg, High School Alberton operates as a public secondary school. The school's roll stands at roughly 1,257 learners.

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On this page, you will find the key facts about High School Alberton: where it is, how to apply, what it costs and how its matric results have performed.

High School Alberton is a public secondary school serving families in and around Alberton, Johannesburg. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

1,257
Learners
56
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
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More about this school

  • Notable alumnus: Michiel le Roux, banker and founder of Capitec Bank.
  • Established on 12 October 1948, officially opened 24 February 1949 by Transvaal Administrator Dr W. Nicol, became a full high school in 1954.
  • Current principal is Ms Eline Jordaan.
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High School Alberton on the news

Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, High School Alberton sets school fees to supplement its state funding, with schools in this quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year. Prospective parents should contact High School Alberton for its exact current amount.

District comparison

Ekurhuleni South district

Here is how High School Alberton compares with 5 other schools listed under Ekurhuleni South district.

  • Windmill Park Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 3,023 learners against High School Alberton's 1,257; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 72.1% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point High School Alberton doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Primary School Van Dyk teaches considerably more learners than High School Alberton, 2,533 compared with 1,257; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Alberton; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Opelweg Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Alberton, 2,474 compared with 1,257; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Alberton; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Goede Hoop Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Alberton, 2,471 compared with 1,257; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Alberton; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Eden-Ridge High School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,435 learners against High School Alberton's 1,257; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 93.2% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point High School Alberton doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.

Johannesburg

Zooming into Johannesburg, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Alberton.

  • Cosmo City Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,936 learners against High School Alberton's 1,257, and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Alexandra Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Alberton, 2,896 compared with 1,257; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a 78.3% matric pass rate at Grade 12 level, a comparison point High School Alberton doesn't have since it has no matric data of its own.
  • Cosmo City Junior Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,892 learners against High School Alberton's 1,257; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Alberton; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Spectrum Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,888 learners against High School Alberton's 1,257; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Alberton; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Kaalfontein Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Alberton, 2,848 compared with 1,257; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Alberton; and charges fees under quintile Q3.
Admissions

How to apply

  1. Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year.
  2. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address.
  3. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option.
  4. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Provincial admissions

Applying to High School Alberton for 2027

Because High School Alberton is a public school in Gauteng, 2027 admissions are handled through the province's online admissions system rather than the school itself. Apply via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; the 2027 window for Grade 1 and Grade 8 ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. Watch the video below for a walkthrough, or read the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for full details.

Gauteng Department of Education: how to apply through the online admissions system.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
1, Cnr Susanna & Du Preez Ave, Florentia, Alberton, Johannesburg
Postal
Box 71 P O Box 71 Alberton 1450
Telephone
011 869 7224
Email
ontvangs@allies.co.za
EMIS number
700340182

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Alberton?
Application windows are set by the school and the provincial education department rather than on one fixed national calendar, so the surest way to know is to ask High School Alberton directly, on 011 869 7224, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Alberton?
Reach out to the school using the contact details below to check 2027 application windows, since these can shift from year to year. Gather the required documents ahead of time, including the learner's birth certificate, immunisation records, latest report, and proof of address. Submit the application through the school's own process, in person or online if the school offers that option. Provincial placement processes govern Grade 8 intake for the 2027 academic year, so allow time between applying and receiving confirmation.
Is High School Alberton the best school in Johannesburg?
No matric pass rate is on record for High School Alberton to compare with other schools nearby; like other schools nearby, its funding quintile and fee status are published above instead.
How many other schools are there in Johannesburg besides High School Alberton?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Johannesburg, including Cosmo City Secondary School.
How big are the classes at High School Alberton?
High School Alberton reported 1,257 learners and 56 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 22 learners per educator. That's a whole-school average rather than a per-class figure, since actual class sizes vary by grade and subject.
Do you pay school fees at High School Alberton?
Yes, High School Alberton is a fee-charging school, with schools in its quintile typically charging an estimated R1,500 to R8,000 a year, though contact the school directly to confirm its exact current fee.
What are High School Alberton's matric results like?
No matric (Grade 12 / NSC) results are on record for High School Alberton.
Is High School Alberton a public or private school?
High School Alberton is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Alberton?
You can call 011 869 7224. It is located at 1, Cnr Susanna & Du Preez Ave, Florentia, Alberton, Johannesburg.
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