Potchefstroom High School For Boys
Potchefstroom, North West · Dr Kenneth Kaunda
About Potchefstroom High School For Boys
Situated in an not specified part of Potchefstroom, North West, Potchefstroom High School For Boys functions as a public secondary school within the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district. Enrollment for 2025 reached 423 learners with a teaching staff of 29, translating to a learner-educator ratio of 15:1. As a Quintile 4 school, it receives a lower per-learner government funding allocation. The school operates under Section 21 status, granting the School Governing Body financial autonomy over its budget.
Governance & Funding
Quintile Classification
Potchefstroom High School For Boys is classified as a Q4 school, which means it serves communities with lower poverty levels and may charge school fees.
Fee Status
Potchefstroom High School For Boys is a fee-charging school. Prospective parents should contact the school directly for information regarding the current fee structure and any available bursaries or payment plans.
Section 21 Status
Potchefstroom High School For Boys is a Section 21 school, meaning the School Governing Body (SGB) manages its own budget. This financial autonomy allows the school to make independent decisions regarding its operational needs without direct provincial administration.
Enrollment & Staffing
For the 2025 academic year, Potchefstroom High School For Boys reported a total enrollment of 423 learners with a teaching staff of 29 educators. This translates to a learner-to-educator ratio of 15:1, enabling relatively small class sizes and individualized attention.
Source: Department of Basic Education Annual Snap Survey (2025). Learner and educator counts are as reported by the institution.
Location
Potchefstroom High School For Boys is situated in Potchefstroom (Potchestroom), within the North West province. The school falls under the Dr Kenneth Kaunda education district.
Administratively, the school is located in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, under the Jb Marks Local Municipality local municipality. The area is classified as not specified.
The school's physical address is: 45 Beyers Naude Avenue, Potchefstroom, 0747. For postal correspondence, use: Private Bag X45, Potchefstroom, 2520.
Curriculum & Academics
Potchefstroom High School For Boys is classified as an ordinary school school offering a comprehensive curriculum within the secondary school phase of basic education.
History & Background
Potchefstroom High School For Boys was historically administered under the Department Of Education & Training(det) education department. Today, the school operates as a non-discriminatory public institution under the North West Department of Education.
Facilities & Infrastructure
The school's land is owned by govt and the school buildings are owned by govt.
Admissions
Prospective parents and guardians seeking enrollment for learners at Potchefstroom High School For Boys are advised to contact the school directly for the most current information regarding:
- Grade intake availability for the upcoming academic year
- Transfer and mid-year admission procedures
- School fee structure and payment options
- School uniform requirements and code of conduct
- Open day events and registration periods
Address & Contact Details
Address
45 Beyers Naude Avenue, Potchefstroom, 0747
Potchefstroom, North West
Postal
Private Bag X45, Potchefstroom, 2520
Phone
+27 18 294 5330Enrollment (2025)
Learner:Educator Ratio
Below national average — favourable
Quick Info
EMIS Number
600101672
Department of Basic Education
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Data source: The information on this page is sourced from the Department of Basic Education's EMIS (Education Management Information System) annual Snap Survey (2025). While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, some fields may contain incomplete data where information was not provided by the institution during the survey period. Contact details are as reported by the school. We recommend verifying important information directly with the school before making decisions based on this data.