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Forbes High School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Forbes High School is a government secondary school in Forbes, NSW, for Years 7–12. It had 287 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, check its school zone, and book a tour to see it in person.

Forbes High School

Forbes, NSW 2871

Government
Co-Ed
Secondary
Years
7–12
Secondary
Students
287
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
Not published
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A vibrant learning environment fostering student growth and community values through diverse programs.

Offering a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere, this school provides various educational programs that focus on student engagement, well-being, and growth. Emphasis is placed on respect, responsibility, and developing lifelong learners prepared for future challenges.

School Overview

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School overview facts
School typeSecondarySectorGovernment
Year levels7–12Enrolments287
Early learningNot confirmedTeacher–student ratio1:8
GenderCo-EdPrincipalNot available
BoardingNoFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typeSecondary
Year levels7–12
Early learningNot confirmed
GenderCo-Ed
BoardingNo
School overview facts (continued)
SectorGovernment
Enrolments287
Teacher–student ratio1:8
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.03282021: 328 students · Years 7–1220212022: 308 students · Years 7–1220222023: 289 students · Years 7–1220232024: 279 students · Years 7–1220242025: 287 students · Years 7–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
150(52.3%)
Girls
137(47.7%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home
4%
English only
96%
Not stated
0%

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Forbes High School

18 Wyndham Ave, Forbes NSW 2871

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