Top Performing Districts Based On Matric Results: Western Cape

You can find information on the top-performing districts based on Matric results in Western Cape and more information on the Western Cape on our website.

With an overall ranking of 11, the Metro North district in the Western Cape leads with 85.9%. It is the top-performing district of the Western Cape for 2022.

When it comes to Matric, every High School strives to produce the best pass rate. In the Western Cape, there are twenty (20) schools that have the best pass rates. Below, we have compiled a list that shows the different schools that produce good results every year: 

  1. Parel Vallei High
  2. Fish Hoek Senior High
  3. Edgemead High
  4. Westerford High
  5. Fairbairn College
  6. Jongen Paarl High
  7. Milnerton High
  8. Rondebosch Boys High
  9. Drostdy HTS
  10. Bishops Combined High
  11. South African College High
  12. J G Meiring High
  13. Rustenburg Girls High
  14. Hermanus High
  15. Norman Henshilwood High
  16. Bloemhof High
  17. Rhenish Girls’ High
  18. Stellenbosch High
  19. La Rochelle Girls High
  20. Herzlia High

Matric results will be released on 20 January 2023 and students can not wait to see the top-performing districts based on Matric results in Western Cape.

Which School Has The Highest Pass Rate In Cape Town?

Westerford High is one of the High Schools in Cape Town that has had a pass rate of 100% for many years.

Spine Road High School in Mitchells Plein also obtained a remarkable 99% Matric Pass rate in 2022. Despite the school’s location in a gang-infested neighborhood and the fact that it was a public school on the Cape Flats, students were still able to overcome their challenges and achieve the 99% Matric pass rate.

How Do You Become Number One In School?

To become number one in school, you will have to do the following: 

  • Plan ahead 
  • Study a lot 
  • Do your work 
  • Go the extra mile 
  • Aim high 

Plan Ahead

Most students who become top achievers have one thing in common, which is an academic plan. They start preparing for school before it starts. This means they create a study schedule that they will follow when school starts. 

Students who want to become top achievers start studying before school reopens. They look for study material that they can use to study and be ahead of the class. When school opens, you will easily understand what you are being taught as you have studied this before. 

Study A Lot

You become number one in school by studying a lot. This means studying for at least four to five hours daily. 

However, you should not just study without understanding. Make sure you understand what you are reading. If you do not understand, ask a Teacher, do research on the internet or ask a classmate to assist you. 

When you study a lot, you will be able to cover all your schoolwork. This way, you can easily answer your test, assignments and exams. 

Do Your Work

To become a top achiever, you must do your schoolwork. This means participating in all class assessments. You must study hard for assignments, tests and exams. When it is time to do presentations, you should prepare for this and give your best effort. 

Make sure that you perform every task, regardless of the mark allocation. Each mark is important and will help you become number one in your school.

Go The Extra Mile

Do what other students are not doing. If the average student studies for three to four hours daily, you should study for six to eight hours daily. To become the number one student in school, you must go the extra mile in your studies. Some of the things you can do are the following: 

  • Always do your homework 
  • Ask questions when you do not understand 
  • Do not allow yourself to have topics that you find impossible to answer 
  • Use past exam papers when studying 
  • Test yourself to see your level of school performance 
  • Work on your weakness

Aim High

To become number one in school. You will have to aim high. If you want to be number one, you must think like number one. Aim for high marks in all your assessments. 

This means speaking positively to yourself and believing that you can obtain the best marks.

Aiming for high marks means that you also work for high marks by doing the following: 

  • Studying daily 
  • Studying with understanding
  • Doing research on your subject topics 
  • Taking notes in class 
  • Asking a lot of questions 
  • Having group discussions with other students 
  • Completing your assessments

What Is The Pass Mark For Physical Science In South Africa?

You can pass Physical Sciences if you get 30% or higher marks. However, you are advised to pass with at least 50%. This will help you earn a Bachelor’s Degree Pass and increase your chances of getting into university.

What Happens If You Fail 3 Subjects In Matric?

If you fail three (3) subjects in Matric, you must apply for a rewrite. To apply for this, you can do it through Matric College. Our applications for the Rewrite Matric Course are always open. This is possible because we are a distance-learning college

When you do the Rewrite Matric Course, we allow you to change a minimum of four subjects. This option is available if you want to change to subjects that are easier and relate more to the career goals you have. 

In the Rewrite Matric Course, you are given study material and our tutors are also available to assist you to ensure that you pass the course. In the course, you are prepared for the final examination that you applied to rewrite. When you pass the course, you are awarded a Matric Qualification, from Umalusi. 

How Can I Fix My Matric Results?

You can fix your Matric results by applying for the Rewrite Matric or Upgrade Matric Course at Matric College. This is whether you failed or passed Matric. If you failed Matric, you can do the Rewrite Matric Course. If you passed Matric but wish to improve your subjects, you can do the Upgrade Matric Course

What Are The 3 Types Of Certificates You Can Get In Matric?

There are four Certificate Passes available in Matric. If you earn one of these passes, you pass Matric. Below are the minimum marks you can receive to earn each pass: 

Bachelor’s Degree Pass Level

  • A minimum of 40% in your home language 
  • A minimum of 50% in four subjects 
  • A minimum of 30% in two other subjects

Diploma Pass Level

  • A minimum of 40% in your home language 
  • A minimum of 40% in four subjects 
  • A minimum of 30% in two other subjects 

Higher Certificate Pass Level

  • A minimum of 40% in your home language 
  • A minimum of 40% in two subjects 
  • A minimum of 30% in four other subjects 

National Senior Certificate Pass Level

  • A minimum of 40% in your home language 
  • A minimum of 30% in two other subjects 
  • A minimum of 30% in three subjects 
  • You can fail one subject 

You can use any of the Matric passes to study at Matric College for our courses. This includes our NATED, ICB, Short Courses and Upgrade Matric Course

Can I Go To University With 23 Points?

This depends on the university and the course you have applied for. However, a good APS score starts from at least 30 points and above. If you have below 30 points, you have fewer chances of getting into university. 

However, you can use your Matric Certificate of any pass level to study at Matric College. We have many courses that you can study. We have a course for you whether you want to be a business owner or an employee. Apply today and start studying towards your dream career.

Author: Mulisa Nethononda 
Editor: Mulisa Nethononda 
Date Published: November 28, 2022