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Pretoria Boys' High School

Public secondary school · Pretoria, Gauteng · Tshwane South district (3 circuit)

Welcome to Pretoria Boys' High School, a public secondary school serving Pretoria. Its most recent matric class posted a 99.3% pass rate.

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Pretoria Boys' High School is a public secondary school in Pretoria. The school falls under quintile Q5 and charges school fees.

1,515
Learners
92
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, Pretoria Boys' High School 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 Pretoria Boys' High School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Pretoria Boys' High School entered 270 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 99.3% pass rate. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202329028698.6%
202428128099.6%
202527026899.3%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Pretoria Boys' High School reported results in 8 of these subjects. Mathematical Literacy led the field at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics20420399.5%
Mathematical Literacy7777100.0%
Physical Sciences18517996.8%
Life Sciences12011797.5%
Accounting7171100.0%
Business Studies787596.2%
Geography9696100.0%
History5555100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Tshwane South district

5 other schools in Tshwane South district, for comparison against Pretoria Boys' High School.

  • Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,404 compared with 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • High School Waterkloof teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,221 compared with 1,515; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (100% against Pretoria Boys' High School's 99.3%).
  • Olievenhoutbosch Secondary School teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,186 compared with 1,515; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a lower matric pass rate, 86.7% against Pretoria Boys' High School's 99.3%.
  • Legora Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,176 learners against Pretoria Boys' High School's 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Nellmapius Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,157 compared with 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.

Pretoria

Zooming into Pretoria, here are 5 other schools to compare against Pretoria Boys' High School.

  • Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,668 learners against Pretoria Boys' High School's 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,404 compared with 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Sekampaneng Primary School teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,356 compared with 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Bagale Primary School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,226 learners against Pretoria Boys' High School's 1,515; is a public primary school, a different phase than Pretoria Boys' High School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • High School Waterkloof teaches considerably more learners than Pretoria Boys' High School, 2,221 compared with 1,515; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a very similar matric pass rate (100% against Pretoria Boys' High School's 99.3%).
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 Pretoria Boys' High School for 2027

Because Pretoria Boys' High School 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
251, Roper Street, Brooklyn, , Pretoria
Postal
Po Box 11790 Hatfield 0028
Telephone
012 460 2246
Website
boyshigh.com
Email
info@boyshigh.com
EMIS number
700231316

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Pretoria Boys' High School?
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 Pretoria Boys' High School directly, on 012 460 2246, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Pretoria Boys' High School?
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 Pretoria Boys' High School the best school in Pretoria?
On the numbers that are published, Pretoria Boys' High School's matric pass rate of 99.3% is lower than HOËRSKOOL WATERKLOOF's 100%, the highest among the nearby schools we have data for.
How many other schools are there in Pretoria besides Pretoria Boys' High School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Pretoria, including Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School.
How big are the classes at Pretoria Boys' High School?
Pretoria Boys' High School reported 1,515 learners and 92 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 16 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 Pretoria Boys' High School?
Yes, Pretoria Boys' High School 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 Pretoria Boys' High School's matric results like?
Pretoria Boys' High School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 99.3%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 98.6% since 2023.
Is Pretoria Boys' High School a public or private school?
Pretoria Boys' High School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Pretoria Boys' High School?
You can call 012 460 2246. It is located at 251, Roper Street, Brooklyn, , Pretoria.
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