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Parys School S/S

Public secondary school · Parys, Free State · Fezile Dabi district (5 circuit)

Welcome to Parys School S/S, a public secondary school serving Parys. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 96.8%.

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Parys School S/S is a public secondary school in Parys. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

608
Learners
28
Educators
QQ4 · R1,500-R8,000/yr est.
Funding status
Public
Sector
Fees and funding

Fee-charging school

As a fee-charging quintile Q4 school, Parys School S/S 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 Parys School S/S for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Of the 94 learners from Parys School S/S who wrote matric in 2025, 96.8% passed. The school's results have been trending upward.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202310910091.7%
202411010999.1%
2025949196.8%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Parys School S/S reported results in 8 of these subjects. Mathematical Literacy had the strongest result, at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics403895.0%
Mathematical Literacy7171100.0%
Physical Sciences3030100.0%
Life Sciences262596.2%
Accounting322990.6%
Business Studies483368.8%
Geography5757100.0%
English First Additional Language8080100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Fezile Dabi district

5 other schools in Fezile Dabi district, for comparison against Parys School S/S.

  • Sediba-Thuto S/S Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,800 learners against Parys School S/S's 608; charges no school fees, quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 93.1% against Parys School S/S's 96.8%.
  • Iketsetseng Cs/S Secondary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,717 learners against Parys School S/S's 608; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 91.1% against Parys School S/S's 96.8%.
  • Lehutso P/S Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,711 compared with 608; is a public primary school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Kopanelang Thuto P/S Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,593 compared with 608; is a public primary school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.
  • Bofula Tshepe P/S Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,437 compared with 608; is a public primary school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; and charges no school fees, quintile Q3.

Parys

Zooming into Parys, here are 5 other schools to compare against Parys School S/S.

  • Phehellang S/S Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,427 compared with 608; charges no school fees, quintile Q3; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (97.5% against Parys School S/S's 96.8%).
  • Lister Skosana P/S Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,182 compared with 608; is a public primary school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; and charges no school fees, quintile Q1.
  • Aha Setjhaba P/S Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 1,097 learners against Parys School S/S's 608; is a public primary school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; and charges no school fees, quintile Q2.
  • Parys P/S Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,049 compared with 608; is a public primary school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; and charges fees under quintile Q4.
  • Schonkenville I/S Combined School teaches considerably more learners than Parys School S/S, 1,036 compared with 608; is a public intermediate school, a different phase than Parys School S/S; charges no school fees, quintile Q2; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 91.2% against Parys School S/S's 96.8%.
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.
Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
Schilbachstraat , , , Parys, 9585
Postal
Po Box 44, , 9585
Website
hs.parys.co.za
Email
high@parys.co.za
EMIS number
443011241

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Parys School S/S?
No phone number or email is on record for Parys School S/S on Schoolhive, so the surest way to check its current 2027 application window is to visit the school in person or ask the the Free State education department, since admission dates are set by the school and the province rather than on one fixed national calendar.
How do you apply to Parys School S/S?
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 Parys School S/S the best school in Parys?
On the numbers that are published, Parys School S/S's matric pass rate of 96.8% is lower than PHEHELLANG S/S's 97.5%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Parys besides Parys School S/S?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Parys, including Phehellang S/S.
How big are the classes at Parys School S/S?
Parys School S/S reported 608 learners and 28 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 Parys School S/S?
Yes, Parys School S/S 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 Parys School S/S's matric results like?
Parys School S/S's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 96.8%, in 2025. That's up from 91.7% in 2023.
Is Parys School S/S a public or private school?
Parys School S/S is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Parys School S/S?
It is located at Schilbachstraat , , , Parys, 9585.
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