Red Bend Catholic College
Red Bend Catholic College is an independent secondary school in Forbes, NSW offering 7-12. With an ICSEA score of 989, it sits in the 42nd percentile nationally and is close to the Australian average of 1,000. The school has 880 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher. 17% 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 Red Bend Catholic College compares
By ICSEA, Red Bend Catholic College ranks 312th 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 Public School, a government primary school 3.7 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. Red Bend Catholic College scores 989, near average.
Enrolment and location
Red Bend Catholic College is a Independent school. Catholic and independent schools set their own enrolment policies rather than using government school zones, so contact the school about enrolment.
Schools near Red Bend Catholic College
| School | Distance | ICSEA | vs Red Bend Catholic College | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 3.7 km | 940 | 49 lower | 356 |
| St Laurence's Parish SchoolCatholic Primary · Forbes | 4.6 km | 992 | 3 higher | 298 |
| Forbes North Public SchoolGovernment Primary · Forbes | 5.8 km | 818 | 171 lower | 203 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Bend Catholic College a government school?
No, Red Bend Catholic College is a Independent school, not a government school.
What year levels does Red Bend Catholic College offer?
Red Bend Catholic College offers 7-12.
What is Red Bend Catholic College's ICSEA score?
Red Bend Catholic College has an ICSEA score of 989, placing it in the 42nd percentile nationally. The Australian average is 1,000.
How many students attend Red Bend Catholic College?
Red Bend Catholic College has 880 enrolled students, with approximately 10 students per teacher.
What schools are near Red Bend Catholic College?
The nearest schools to Red Bend Catholic College are Forbes Public School (3.7 km), St Laurence's Parish School (4.6 km), Forbes North Public School (5.8 km).
Where is Red Bend Catholic College located?
Red Bend Catholic College is located in Forbes, NSW 2871. Visit the school website at http://www.redbendcc.nsw.edu.au.