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High School Erasmus

Public secondary school · Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit, Gauteng · Gauteng North district (1 circuit)

Welcome to High School Erasmus, a public secondary school serving Bronkhorstspruit. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 97.2%.

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On this page, you will find what parents need to know about High School Erasmus, from its location and fees to its admissions process and matric results.

High School Erasmus is a public secondary school in Bronkhorstspruit. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

1,088
Learners
58
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 Erasmus 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 Erasmus for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

In 2025, 179 matric candidates from High School Erasmus sat the National Senior Certificate exams, and 97.2% passed. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202316115797.5%
202415615297.4%
202517917497.2%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

High School Erasmus reported results in 8 of these subjects. The best-performing subject was Mathematical Literacy, with a 100% pass rate.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics443784.1%
Mathematical Literacy104104100.0%
Physical Sciences282175.0%
Life Sciences615895.1%
Accounting343294.1%
Business Studies636196.8%
Geography4141100.0%
English First Additional Language7272100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Gauteng North district

Here is how High School Erasmus compares with 5 other schools listed under Gauteng North district.

  • Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,668 learners against High School Erasmus's 1,088; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Erasmus; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Chipa-Tabane Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Erasmus, 2,493 compared with 1,088; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 78.7% against High School Erasmus's 97.2%.
  • Lesedi Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,998 learners against High School Erasmus's 1,088; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 87.6% against High School Erasmus's 97.2%.
  • Chokoe Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,769 learners against High School Erasmus's 1,088; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Erasmus; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • Bronkhorstspruit Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Erasmus, 1,720 compared with 1,088; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Erasmus; and charges fees under quintile Q5.

Bronkhorstspruit

Zooming into Bronkhorstspruit, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Erasmus.

  • Bronkhorstspruit Primary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Erasmus, 1,720 compared with 1,088; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Erasmus; and charges fees under quintile Q5.
  • Dan Kutumela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,658 learners against High School Erasmus's 1,088; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 82.8% against High School Erasmus's 97.2%.
  • Mshuluzane Mayisela Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,630 learners against High School Erasmus's 1,088; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Erasmus; and charges fees under quintile Q3.
  • Strauss Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Erasmus, at 1,522 learners; charges fees under quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 79.6% against High School Erasmus's 97.2%.
  • Sihluziwe Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Erasmus, at 1,516 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than High School Erasmus; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
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 Erasmus for 2027

High School Erasmus is a public school, so its 2027 admissions run through the Gauteng Department of Education's centralised online system. Applications for Grade 1 and Grade 8 are submitted via the Gauteng Online Admissions System; for the 2027 intake, applications ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026. The video below explains how the process works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide covers it in full, including Schools of Specialisation assessments.

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

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
1, Cathy Street, Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit
Postal
P.o. Box 220 Bronkhorstspruit 1020
Telephone
013 932 0195
Website
hserasmus.co.za
Email
rassies@hserasmus.co.za
EMIS number
700210179

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Erasmus?
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 Erasmus directly, on 013 932 0195, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Erasmus?
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 Erasmus the best school in Bronkhorstspruit?
On the numbers that are published, High School Erasmus's 97.2% matric pass rate is the highest among the schools we track nearby, ahead of DAN KUTUMELA SECONDARY SCHOOL at 82.8%.
How many other schools are there in Bronkhorstspruit besides High School Erasmus?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Bronkhorstspruit, including Bronkhorstspruit Primary School.
How big are the classes at High School Erasmus?
High School Erasmus reported 1,088 learners and 58 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 19 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 Erasmus?
Yes, High School Erasmus 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 Erasmus's matric results like?
High School Erasmus's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 97.2%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 97.5% since 2023.
Is High School Erasmus a public or private school?
High School Erasmus is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Erasmus?
You can call 013 932 0195. It is located at 1, Cathy Street, Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit, Bronkhorstspruit.
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