Forbes High School
Forbes High School is a government secondary school in Forbes, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 848, it sits in the 5th percentile nationally and is well below the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 287 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher. 37% 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 High School compares
By ICSEA, Forbes High School ranks 579th of the 610 secondary schools in NSW that report one, counting from the highest. There is no other secondary school within 5 km. The nearest school is Forbes North Public School, a government primary 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 High School scores 848, well below average.
Enrolment and location
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Schools near Forbes High School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Forbes High School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes North Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 1.1 km | 818 | 30 lower | 203 |
| St Laurence's Parish SchoolCatholic Primary · Forbes | 1.7 km | 992 | 144 higher | 298 |
| Forbes Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 2.6 km | 940 | 92 higher | 356 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Forbes High School a government school?
Yes, Forbes High School is a government (public) school.
What year levels does Forbes High School offer?
Forbes High School offers 7-12.
What is Forbes High School's ICSEA score?
Forbes High School has an ICSEA score of 848, placing it in the 5th percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Forbes High School?
Forbes High School has 287 enrolled students, with approximately 8 students per teacher.
What schools are near Forbes High School?
The nearest schools to Forbes High School are Forbes North Public School (1.1 km), St Laurence's Parish School (1.7 km), Forbes Public School (2.6 km).
Where is Forbes High School located?
Forbes High School is located in Forbes, NSW 2871. Visit the school website at https://forbes-h.schools.nsw.gov.au.