Forbes North Public School
Forbes North Public School is a government primary school in Forbes, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 818, it sits in the 3rd percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 203 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 54% 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 North Public School compares
By ICSEA, Forbes North Public School ranks 2,025th 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 3rd-highest ICSEA and the 3rd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Forbes High School, a government secondary school 1.1 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 North Public School scores 818, well below average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Forbes North Public School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Forbes North Public School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Forbes | 1.1 km | 848 | 30 higher | 287 |
| St Laurence's Parish SchoolCatholic Primary · Forbes | 1.3 km | 992 | 174 higher | 298 |
| Forbes Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 2.1 km | 940 | 122 higher | 356 |
| Red Bend Catholic CollegeIndependent Secondary · Forbes | 5.8 km | 989 | 171 higher | 880 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forbes North Public School a government school?
Yes, Forbes North Public School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Forbes North Public School offer?
Forbes North Public School offers K-6.
What is Forbes North Public School's ICSEA score?
Forbes North Public School has an ICSEA score of 818, placing it in the 3rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Forbes North Public School?
Forbes North Public School has 203 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Forbes North Public School?
The nearest schools to Forbes North Public School are Forbes High School (1.1 km), St Laurence's Parish School (1.3 km), Forbes Public School (2.1 km).
Where is Forbes North Public School located?
Forbes North Public School is located in Forbes, NSW 2871. Visit the school website at https://forbesnth-p.schools.nsw.gov.au.