St. Peter’s Nyakemincha high school in Nyamira County has solidified its position as one of the premier educational institutions in the Gusii region, following outstanding academic achievements in the 2025 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examinations.
In line with its vision to “Be a Center of Academic Excellence,” the school recorded an impressive mean score of 9.06, ranking it among the top three schools in Gusii. This marks a steady rise from a mean score of 8.1 in 2024 and 7.8 in 2023, reflecting consistent academic growth year after year.
The 2025 KCSE results also showcased exceptional individual performances. A total of 47 students attained grade A-, with 128 students scoring B+, 317 students earning a B (plain), and 128 students receiving a B-. Only 23 candidates scored C+, and three students achieved a C (plain).
Among the 646 candidates who sat for the exam, an impressive 643 students achieved university-entry grades of C+ and above, translating into a pass rate of 97.13 percent. This excellent performance further solidifies the school’s reputation as a top performer in the region.
The achievements of St. Peter’s Nyakemincha mark a remarkable turnaround for the Nyakemincha name, which once garnered national attention after Nyakemincha Primary School posted some of the lowest KCPE scores in 2011. Today, however, Nyakemincha High School stands as a symbol of academic resilience and transformation.
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Local community members have expressed pride in the school’s success. Community elders noted that the land on which the school stands was donated by their grandparents, adding that the current generation has a duty to uphold and nurture its achievements.
Education stakeholder Jimmy Achira also lauded the school, saying “Great credit to all the stakeholders, both academic and non-academic staff, as well as the support agencies, who have placed the school on Kenya’s educational map. The momentum must be maintained, and performance must continue to improve moving forward.”
As university admissions from the school continue to increase, St. Peter’s Nyakemincha High School is rapidly becoming a leading academic powerhouse in Nyamira County and the greater Gusii region
By Obegi Malack
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