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High School Kempton Park

Public secondary school · Kempton Park, Kempton Park, Gauteng · Ekurhuleni North district (1 circuit)

In Kempton Park, High School Kempton Park operates as a public secondary school. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 97.7%.

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

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

1,729
Learners
97
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 Kempton Park 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 Kempton Park for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

High School Kempton Park entered 262 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 97.7% pass rate. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202323823498.3%
202429429098.6%
202526225697.7%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

High School Kempton Park reported results in 10 of these subjects. Mathematical Literacy led the field at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics11710589.7%
Mathematical Literacy181181100.0%
Physical Sciences816985.2%
Life Sciences858195.3%
Accounting414097.6%
Business Studies1109283.6%
Economics1313100.0%
Geography555498.2%
History242395.8%
English First Additional Language298298100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Ekurhuleni North district

A look at 5 other schools sharing Ekurhuleni North district with High School Kempton Park.

  • Ikusasa Comprehensive School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,593 learners against High School Kempton Park's 1,729; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 93.1% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%.
  • Winnie Mandela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,591 learners against High School Kempton Park's 1,729; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 76.4% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%.
  • Unity Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,575 learners against High School Kempton Park's 1,729; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 82.3% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%.
  • Masisebenze Comprehensive School teaches considerably more learners than High School Kempton Park, 2,531 compared with 1,729, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Lesiba Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than High School Kempton Park, 2,515 compared with 1,729; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (97.5% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%).

Kempton Park

Zooming into Kempton Park, here are 5 other schools to compare against High School Kempton Park.

  • Ikusasa Comprehensive School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,593 learners against High School Kempton Park's 1,729; charges fees under quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 93.1% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%.
  • Winnie Mandela Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,591 learners against High School Kempton Park's 1,729; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 76.4% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%.
  • Jiyana Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Kempton Park, at 2,334 learners; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (99.6% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%).
  • Masiqhakaze Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Kempton Park, at 2,319 learners, and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Boitumelong Secondary School sits in roughly the same size range as High School Kempton Park, at 2,254 learners; charges fees under quintile Q4; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 74.6% against High School Kempton Park's 97.7%.
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 Kempton Park for 2027

Because High School Kempton Park 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, H/V Van Riebeeckweg En Firlaan, Kempton Park, Kempton Park, Kempton Park
Postal
Private Bag X1 Aston Manor 1630
Telephone
011 970 2102
Website
kempies.co.za
Email
kempies@kempies.co.za
EMIS number
700260125

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at High School Kempton Park?
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 Kempton Park directly, on 011 970 2102, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to High School Kempton Park?
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 Kempton Park the best school in Kempton Park?
On the numbers that are published, High School Kempton Park's matric pass rate of 97.7% is lower than JIYANA SECONDARY SCHOOL's 99.6%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Kempton Park besides High School Kempton Park?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Kempton Park, including Ikusasa Comprehensive School.
How big are the classes at High School Kempton Park?
High School Kempton Park reported 1,729 learners and 97 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 18 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 Kempton Park?
Yes, High School Kempton Park 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 Kempton Park's matric results like?
High School Kempton Park's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 97.7%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 98.3% since 2023.
Is High School Kempton Park a public or private school?
High School Kempton Park is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact High School Kempton Park?
You can call 011 970 2102. It is located at 1, H/V Van Riebeeckweg En Firlaan, Kempton Park, Kempton Park, Kempton Park.
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