Darnell School For Educational & Behavioral Servic in Hudson, MA serves 21 co–ed students in grades 7 through 12 within a suburban community setting.
Founded in 2006, this nonsectarian special education school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 with 4 teaching staff.
The school's student body includes 30 percent students of color, reflecting diversity within the local Hudson area.
Campus size covers 3 acres, supporting educational and behavioral services for middle and high school students.
As a special education program, Darnell School is a member of associations focused on exceptional children.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
Campus Size
3 acres
Student Body
Total Students
21 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Unaavailable
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Unavailable
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Darnell School For Educational & Behavioral Servic?
The application deadline for Darnell School For Educational & Behavioral Servic is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Darnell School For Educational & Behavioral Servic is New England Innovation Academy (2.7 miles away)
The nearest preschool is First Steps Children's Center (0.5 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Steps Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
6 Overland St
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 562-6862
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 562-6862
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Chaps Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool
127 Forest Ave
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 568-8884
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 568-8884
1.2 miles
Gr: K | 40 students
The Cottage Childrens Center
Daycare / Preschool
197 Union St
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-2054
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-2054
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
New England Innovation Academy ![New England Innovation Academy Photo]( "New England Innovation Academy Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
280 Locke Drive
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kiddie Time Educational Child Care ![Kiddie Time Educational Child Care Photo - Hosmer Street KinderCare]( "Kiddie Time Educational Child Care Photo - Hosmer Street KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
81 Hosmer St.
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 573-1745
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 573-1745
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
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Miles
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New England Innovation Academy ![New England Innovation Academy Photo]( "New England Innovation Academy Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
280 Locke Drive
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hillside School ![Hillside School Photo - Hillside School is located on 150 acres of land that is 45 minutes from Boston and 20 minutes from Worcester.]( "Hillside School Photo - Hillside School is located on 150 acres of land that is 45 minutes from Boston and 20 minutes from Worcester.")
All-boys
404 Robin Hill Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-3483
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-3483
3.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 145 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Glenhaven Academy
Special Education School
56 Framingham Rd 58
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 745-9462
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 745-9462
3.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students
Rfk Don Watson Academy
Special Education School
220 Old Common Rd
Lancaster, MA 01523
(978) 365-2511
Lancaster, MA 01523
(978) 365-2511
5.8 miles
Gr: 4-12 | 29 students
25 Marlboro Road
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 786-6000
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 786-6000
6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 383 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 74 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
New England Innovation Academy ![New England Innovation Academy Photo]( "New England Innovation Academy Photo")
Special Program Emphasis
280 Locke Drive
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 205-4270
2.7 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 116 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hillside School ![Hillside School Photo - Hillside School is located on 150 acres of land that is 45 minutes from Boston and 20 minutes from Worcester.]( "Hillside School Photo - Hillside School is located on 150 acres of land that is 45 minutes from Boston and 20 minutes from Worcester.")
All-boys
404 Robin Hill Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-3483
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-3483
3.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 145 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Glenhaven Academy
Special Education School
56 Framingham Rd 58
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 745-9462
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 745-9462
3.9 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 35 students
266 Main St
Northborough, MA 01532
(508) 351-9905
Northborough, MA 01532
(508) 351-9905
5.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Fitzgerald Institute
Alternative School
261 Main St
Northborough, MA 01532
(978) 413-4372
Northborough, MA 01532
(978) 413-4372
5.4 miles
Gr: K-6 | 11 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
First Steps Children's Center
Daycare / Preschool
6 Overland St
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 562-6862
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 562-6862
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Chaps Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool
127 Forest Ave
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 568-8884
Hudson, MA 01749
(978) 568-8884
1.2 miles
Gr: K | 40 students
The Cottage Childrens Center
Daycare / Preschool
197 Union St
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-2054
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-2054
2.6 miles
Gr: PK-K | 90 students
Kiddie Time Educational Child Care ![Kiddie Time Educational Child Care Photo - Hosmer Street KinderCare]( "Kiddie Time Educational Child Care Photo - Hosmer Street KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
81 Hosmer St.
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 573-1745
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 573-1745
3.1 miles
Gr: NS-PK
1110 Concord Rd
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-1975
Marlborough, MA 01752
(508) 485-1975
4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 44 students Tuition listed
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
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Rank:
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(508) 248-5971
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-5971
9475.2 miles
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(508) 987-6057
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(508) 987-6057
9475.4 miles
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Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-1423
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-1423
9475.4 miles
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34 Oxford Rd
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(508) 248-4884
Charlton, MA 01507
(508) 248-4884
9475.4 miles
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(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 43%)
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