The School Performance Report is an annual document released by the South African Department of Basic Education alongside the release of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) matric results.
There seems to be something about us South Africans that we always want to know where all our friends went to school - and we are always telling our friends about our school. With this report you can see how well your old school has done in the latest Matric final exams.
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the performance of schools across the country in the matric examinations. It serves as an accountability and transparency tool to evaluate the effectiveness of schools and the education system as a whole.
The School Performance Report for the 2024 Matric final exams has been released.
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Key Features of the School Performance Report:
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Provincial and District Breakdown:
- Provides performance data for each province and education district.
- Highlights disparities or successes in different regions.
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School-Level Performance:
- Lists individual schools and their matric pass rates.
- Categorizes schools by performance, often highlighting those with a 100% pass rate or those with significantly improved results.
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Subject Performance Analysis:
- Reviews performance in individual subjects such as Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and Languages.
- Identifies trends in subject-specific outcomes and areas needing improvement.
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Historical Comparisons:
- Includes data from previous years to show trends in performance.
- Highlights schools that have consistently performed well or shown improvement over time.
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Quintile-Based Analysis:
- Compares performance among schools in different socio-economic quintiles (1 to 5), which range from the least to most affluent.
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Recognition of Excellence:
- Identifies top-performing schools and districts.
- Awards schools for outstanding achievement in various categories.
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Focus on Challenges:
- Highlights schools with poor performance to guide targeted interventions.
- Discusses systemic issues affecting results, such as resource shortages or teacher availability.
Purpose and Impact:
- Accountability: Ensures schools are held responsible for their matric outcomes.
- Policy Development: Provides data to inform education policies and interventions aimed at improving performance.
- Incentives and Support: Encourages competition and improvement among schools, while also directing support to underperforming institutions.
- Public Awareness: Keeps the public informed about the state of education in the country.
This report is closely monitored by stakeholders, including educators, parents, and policymakers, as it reflects the quality and equity of the education system