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High School Ben Viljoen

Public secondary school · Groblersdal, Groblersdal, Limpopo · Sekhukhune South district (Unknown circuit)

In Groblersdal, High School Ben Viljoen operates as a public secondary school. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 96.6%.

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

High School Ben Viljoen is a public secondary school serving families in and around Groblersdal. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

642
Learners
42
Educators
QQ5 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q5 school, High School Ben Viljoen 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 Ben Viljoen for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

In 2025, 119 matric candidates from High School Ben Viljoen sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 96.6% passed. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202312511995.2%
202413212695.5%
202511911596.6%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

High School Ben Viljoen reported results in 9 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Accounting, with a 100% pass rate.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics686291.2%
Mathematical Literacy524994.2%
Physical Sciences463984.8%
Life Sciences383694.7%
Accounting1818100.0%
Business Studies393692.3%
Geography222195.5%
History66100.0%
English First Additional Language7373100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Sekhukhune South district

A look at 5 other schools sharing Sekhukhune South district with High School Ben Viljoen.

  • Rantobeng Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,548 compared with 642; charges no school fees, quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 91.1% against High School Ben Viljoen's 96.6%.
  • Onane Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,394 compared with 642; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
  • Phutikwena Combined School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,376 compared with 642; is a public combined school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
  • Sindile Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,354 compared with 642; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
  • Mannyetha Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,316 compared with 642; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.

Groblersdal

Zooming into Groblersdal, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Ben Viljoen.

  • Baropodi Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,446 learners against High School Ben Viljoen's 642; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Onane Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,394 compared with 642; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
  • Sindile Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,354 compared with 642; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Ben Viljoen; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
  • Refilwe Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,285 learners against High School Ben Viljoen's 642; charges no school fees, quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 87.1% against High School Ben Viljoen's 96.6%.
  • Ngwanamatlang Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Ben Viljoen, 1,271 compared with 642; charges no school fees, quintile Q1; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (97.1% against High School Ben Viljoen's 96.6%).
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 Ben Viljoen for 2027

As a public school, High School Ben Viljoen follows Limpopo's centralised 2027 admissions process. Apply online through the Limpopo Department of Education Admissions Portal before the 31 August 2026 closing date for Grade R, Grade 1 or Grade 8. For the full process and what to prepare, read the full Limpopo School Application Process Guide.

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
Voortrekker Street
Telephone
013 262 2061
Website
benviljoen.co.za
Email
admin@benviljoen.co.za
EMIS number
996606537

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Ben Viljoen?
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 Ben Viljoen directly, on 013 262 2061, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Ben Viljoen?
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 Ben Viljoen the best school in Groblersdal?
On the numbers that are published, High School Ben Viljoen's matric pass rate of 96.6% is lower than NGWANAMATLANG's 97.1%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Groblersdal besides High School Ben Viljoen?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Groblersdal, including Baropodi.
How big are the classes at High School Ben Viljoen?
High School Ben Viljoen reported 642 learners and 42 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 15 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 Ben Viljoen?
Yes, High School Ben Viljoen 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 Ben Viljoen's matric results like?
High School Ben Viljoen's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 96.6%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 95.2% since 2023.
Is High School Ben Viljoen a public or private school?
High School Ben Viljoen is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Ben Viljoen?
You can call 013 262 2061. It is located at Voortrekker Street.
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