Forbes Public School
Forbes Public School is a government primary school in Forbes, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 940, it sits in the 21st percentile nationally and is below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 356 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher. 29% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 4% have a language background other than English.
Forbes NSW 2871. Source: ACARA School Profile 2025.
Valid: 2025 school year · Source: ACARA School Profile 2025
How Forbes Public School compares
By ICSEA, Forbes Public School ranks 1,608th of the 2,095 primary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. Of the 3 primary schools within 5 km, it has the 2nd-highest ICSEA and the largest enrolment. The nearest school is St Laurence's Parish School, a Catholic primary school 1.0 km away.
Ranks are calculated by GDP.com.au from ACARA 2025 school profile data. Distances are straight-line from the school's ACARA location. ICSEA describes students' family backgrounds; ACARA notes it is not a rating of the school or its teaching.
ICSEA against the national average
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-educational background of a school's student community. The Australian average is 1,000. Forbes Public School scores 940, below average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Forbes Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Forbes Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Laurence's Parish SchoolCatholic Primary · Forbes | 1.0 km | 992 | 52 higher | 298 |
| Forbes North Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 2.1 km | 818 | 122 lower | 203 |
| Forbes High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Forbes | 2.6 km | 848 | 92 lower | 287 |
| Red Bend Catholic CollegeIndependent Secondary · Forbes | 3.7 km | 989 | 49 higher | 880 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forbes Public School a government school?
Yes, Forbes Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Forbes Public School offer?
Forbes Public School offers K-6.
What is Forbes Public School's ICSEA score?
Forbes Public School has an ICSEA score of 940, placing it in the 21st percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Forbes Public School?
Forbes Public School has 356 enrolled students, with approximately 13 students per teacher.
What schools are near Forbes Public School?
The nearest schools to Forbes Public School are St Laurence's Parish School (1.0 km), Forbes North Public School (2.1 km), Forbes High School (2.6 km).
Where is Forbes Public School located?
Forbes Public School is located in Forbes, NSW 2871. Visit the school website at https://forbes-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.