Schools in Russell
Northland · New Zealand
There is 1 school in and around Russell (Northland) — 1 primary. Russell School (Bay Of Islands) is the highest-scoring on the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite, which compares every school against its EQI peer group. Each profile is source-linked to Education Counts, ERO and the Ministry of Education.
1 school · refreshed from Education Counts 2026-07-12. Full methodology.
Schools in Russell ranked by value-added score
The SchoolsNearMe composite scores every level against its EQI peer group, so it surfaces schools that get the most out of their students — not just the most advantaged intake. How it's calculated.
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What the record says about Russell schools
Plain-language summaries distilled from each school's ERO reports and Ministry records. Every claim is source-linked on the school's profile.
Russell School (Bay Of Islands)
Russell School achieved strong learner outcomes in mathematics with almost all students at or above expected curriculum levels, and most in reading and writing. Students demonstrate a strong sense of belonging and pride in their school that supports their wellbeing and engagement. The school's composite score is 83, though attendance rates remain below the Ministry of Education's target for regular attendance.
Full source-linked profile →Frequently asked questions about Russell schools
What schools are in Russell?
Russell has 1 school on our records (1 primary): Russell School (Bay Of Islands). Every school links to a source-backed profile with ERO history, NCEA results and audited financials.
What is the best school in Russell?
On the SchoolsNearMe value-added composite — which scores each school against its EQI peer group across all year levels — Russell School (Bay Of Islands) ranks highest among Russell schools (78/100). "Best" depends on what you value — compare profiles to weigh academic results, ERO trajectory, retention and wellbeing.
What is the school zone for Russell?
Many New Zealand state schools operate an enrolment zone (home zone), so your home address — not just the suburb — determines which in-zone state schools you can enrol at. Living in Russell does not guarantee a place at any particular school. Check each school's current zone with the school directly or use our by-address tool to see which schools cover a specific Russell address.
Decile or EQI — how are Russell schools rated for socio-economic need?
New Zealand replaced the decile system with the Equity Index (EQI) in 2023. A lower EQI means a more socio-economically advantaged community; a higher EQI means greater need. EQI is a funding tool, not a quality measure — a high-EQI school can outperform a low-EQI one. The SchoolsNearMe composite controls for EQI so a school serving a more disadvantaged community isn't unfairly penalised.
Source data: Education Counts (NCEA, retention, destinations, discipline, funding) · Ministry of Education (roll, EQI, identity) · Education Review Office (reviews).