About the school
Forbes High School is a rural 7-12 comprehensive, coeducational high school with 354 students, including 98 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, situated on the banks of the Lachlan River. The school is dedicated to promoting positive behaviour for learning and upholds core values of Respect, Responsibility, Doing Our Best, and Honesty, which are reflected across all aspects of school life.
The institution offers a broad and rigorous academic curriculum along with a variety of vocational courses, adopting a holistic approach to student achievement. Students can excel in sporting, cultural, creative, and performing arts endeavours, all taught by a dynamic and committed staff within a technology-rich environment. Strong community partnerships provide invaluable support for student well-being programs, vocational opportunities, and resource sharing.
As a comprehensive high school, Forbes High caters to diverse demographics and student needs, including a Support Unit accessed by 36 students. The school's vision is "education for a better quality of life," fostering a vibrant and innovative learning environment that encourages personal bests through engaged and active learning. Every student is provided with the opportunity to become successful learners, confident and creative individuals, and active and informed community members.
Located at 18 Wyndham Ave Forbes, the school is easily accessible and works to create an inclusive atmosphere, supporting families and ensuring a high-quality education for all students. This commitment is reflected in the positive testimonials of the community, underscoring the school's role in shaping the futures of its students.
Mission
Forbes High School's vision is to create a supportive environment focussed on positive learning experiences for all students through high quality, individualised and differentiated practices.
Location & Catchment Area
- Forbes High School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Forbes North Public School 1.1 km
- B Forbes Public School 2.6 km
- C Middleton Public School 28.4 km
- D Parkes High School 29.6 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 287 (137 girls, 150 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 287
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 848 (percentile 5)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 69% / 24% / 6% / 1%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 146
- Indigenous students
- 37%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 3%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 35.8
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.2
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 54 |
| Year 8 | 55 |
| Year 9 | 62 |
| Year 10 | 52 |
| Year 11 | 45 |
| Year 12 | 19 |
| Total | 287 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 287 | 137 | 150 | - | 848 | 35.8 |
| 2024 | 279 | 136 | 143 | 72.8 | 862 | 42.6 |
| 2023 | 289 | 148 | 141 | 74 | 863 | 42.6 |
| 2022 | 308 | 159 | 149 | 73.8 | 874 | 42.5 |
| 2021 | 328 | 164 | 164 | 77.2 | 879 | 41.5 |
| 2020 | 333 | 159 | 174 | - | 880 | 41.4 |
| 2019 | 340 | 170 | 170 | 83.5 | 886 | 41.4 |
| 2018 | 374 | 181 | 193 | 84.7 | 877 | 39.4 |
| 2017 | 378 | 172 | 206 | 84.9 | 865 | 40.2 |
| 2016 | 349 | 166 | 183 | 85.4 | 881 | 38.3 |
| 2015 | 357 | 172 | 185 | 87.6 | 888 | 38.5 |
| 2014 | 361 | 176 | 185 | 88.6 | 901 | 40 |
| 2013 | 357 | 174 | 183 | 88.6 | 914 | 39 |
| 2012 | 376 | 183 | 193 | 86.3 | 909 | 39.5 |
| 2011 | 406 | 203 | 203 | 85.7 | 903 | 42.1 |
| 2010 | 421 | 206 | 215 | - | 912 | 40.9 |
| 2009 | 428 | 211 | 217 | - | 932 | 42.3 |
| 2008 | 477 | 237 | 240 | - | 932 | 45.2 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.