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Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School

Public secondary school · Mamelodi, Pretoria, Gauteng · Tshwane South district (5 circuit)

Welcome to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, a public secondary school serving Mamelodi, Pretoria. The school's latest NSC pass rate stands at 82.6%.

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Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School is a public secondary school in Mamelodi, Pretoria. The school falls under quintile Q4 and charges school fees.

1,726
Learners
54
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, Solomon Mahlangu Freedom 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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School for its exact current amount.

Matric results

Three year NSC pass rate

2023 2024 2025

Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School entered 247 candidates for the 2025 National Senior Certificate, achieving a 82.6% pass rate. The pass rate has stayed fairly consistent over the past three years.

YearCandidates wroteAchieved NSCPass rate
202319516182.6%
202419817688.9%
202524720482.6%

Source: DBE National Senior Certificate School Performance Reports.

Subjects and results

Subject pass rates

Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School reported results in 10 of these subjects. Mathematics had the strongest result, at 100%.

SubjectWroteAchievedPass rate
Mathematics2020100.0%
Mathematical Literacy17815386.0%
Physical Sciences201890.0%
Life Sciences897179.8%
Accounting251352.0%
Business Studies554581.8%
Economics251768.0%
Geography14312889.5%
History15313990.8%
English First Additional Language198198100.0%

Source: DBE 2024 NSC School Subject Report.

District comparison

Tshwane South district

5 other schools in Tshwane South district, for comparison against Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School.

  • Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, at 2,404 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • High School Waterkloof sits in roughly the same size range as Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, at 2,221 learners; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's 82.6%.
  • Olievenhoutbosch Secondary School is a similar size to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, with 2,186 learners against 1,726; charges fees under quintile Q1; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 86.7% against Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's 82.6%.
  • Legora Primary School is a similar size to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, with 2,176 learners against 1,726; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Nellmapius Primary School is a similar size to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, with 2,157 learners against 1,726; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.

Pretoria

Zooming into Pretoria, here are 5 other schools to compare against Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School.

  • Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School is noticeably bigger, teaching 2,668 learners against Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's 1,726; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Mahlasedi - Masana Primary School sits in roughly the same size range as Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, at 2,404 learners; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Sekampaneng Primary School is a similar size to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, with 2,356 learners against 1,726; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q1.
  • Bagale Primary School is a similar size to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, with 2,226 learners against 1,726; is a public primary school, a different phase than Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School; and charges fees under quintile Q2.
  • High School Waterkloof sits in roughly the same size range as Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School, at 2,221 learners; charges fees under quintile Q5; and posted a higher matric pass rate, 100% against Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's 82.6%.
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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School for 2027

As a public school, Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School follows Gauteng's centralised 2027 admissions process for Grade 1 and Grade 8, applied for online via the Gauteng Online Admissions System (the 2027 window ran from 5 August to 4 September 2026). See the video below for how it works, and the full Gauteng School Application Process Guide for the complete process.

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

Get in touch

Contact and location

Address
19560, Park Street, Mamelodi East, Mamelodi, Pretoria
Postal
79026 Rethabile 0122
Telephone
010 634 1871
EMIS number
700220681

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Frequently asked questions
Are applications open at Solomon Mahlangu Freedom 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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School directly, on 010 634 1871, what its current 2027 intake dates are.
How do you apply to Solomon Mahlangu Freedom 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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School the best school in Pretoria?
On the numbers that are published, Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's matric pass rate of 82.6% 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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School?
Schoolhive lists at least 10 other schools in and around Pretoria, including Kutumela-Molefi Intm. Farm School.
How big are the classes at Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School?
Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School reported 1,726 learners and 54 educators, a school-wide ratio of roughly 32 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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School?
Yes, Solomon Mahlangu Freedom 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 Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's matric results like?
Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School's most recent National Senior Certificate pass rate was 82.6%, in 2025. It has stayed close to 82.6% since 2023.
Is Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School a public or private school?
Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School is a public secondary school. It falls under the government schooling system and receives state funding.
How can I contact Solomon Mahlangu Freedom School?
You can call 010 634 1871. It is located at 19560, Park Street, Mamelodi East, Mamelodi, Pretoria.
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