St Laurence's Parish School
St Laurence's Parish School is a Catholic primary school in Forbes, NSW offering K-6. With an ICSEA score of 992, it sits in the 43rd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 298 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher. 19% of students identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and 6% 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 St Laurence's Parish School compares
By ICSEA, St Laurence's Parish School ranks 1,144th 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 highest ICSEA and the 2nd-largest enrolment. The nearest school is Forbes Public School, a government 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. St Laurence's Parish School scores 992, near average.
Enrolment and location
St Laurence's Parish School is a Catholic school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near St Laurence's Parish School
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs St Laurence's Parish School | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 1.0 km | 940 | 52 lower | 356 |
| Forbes North Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 1.3 km | 818 | 174 lower | 203 |
| Forbes High SchoolGovernment Secondary · Forbes | 1.7 km | 848 | 144 lower | 287 |
| Red Bend Catholic CollegeIndependent Secondary · Forbes | 4.6 km | 989 | 3 lower | 880 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St Laurence's Parish School a government school?
No, St Laurence's Parish School is a Catholic school, not a government school.
What year levels does St Laurence's Parish School offer?
St Laurence's Parish School offers K-6.
What is St Laurence's Parish School's ICSEA score?
St Laurence's Parish School has an ICSEA score of 992, placing it in the 43rd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend St Laurence's Parish School?
St Laurence's Parish School has 298 enrolled students, with approximately 14 students per teacher.
What schools are near St Laurence's Parish School?
The nearest schools to St Laurence's Parish School are Forbes Public School (1.0 km), Forbes North Public School (1.3 km), Forbes High School (1.7 km).
Where is St Laurence's Parish School located?
St Laurence's Parish School is located in Forbes, NSW 2871. Visit the school website at http://www.forbes.catholic.edu.au.