Kennedy-Donovan Center is committed to the full continuum of care for individuals and families of all ages with developmental disabilities and similar needs in our region.
We strive to provide this either by offering services directly or by collaborating closely with community partners.
Kennedy-Donovan Center supports individuals and families with disabilities and similar needs to reach their maximum potential and quality of life through advocacy and individualized services.
Our passion is to bring services of the highest quality to people in need.
For nearly forty years, KDC has improved the quality of life for thousands of individuals with developmental disabilities and similar needs, including children, families and adults.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
18%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Kennedy-donovan Center School?
The application deadline for Kennedy-donovan Center School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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(508) 996-0534
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(508) 996-0534
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(508) 993-3547
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(508) 993-3547
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(Catholic)
180 Orchard St
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 996-0534
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 996-0534
0.1 miles
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(Catholic)
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(508) 995-3696
New Bedford, MA 02745
(508) 995-3696
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
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New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-3547
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 993-3547
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 175 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
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New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 996-3774
New Bedford, MA 02740
(508) 996-3774
0.8 miles
Gr: NS | 84 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
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(508) 997-9092
South Dartmouth, MA 02748
(508) 997-9092
1.3 miles
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 State Road
Chilmark, MA 02535
(508) 645-2562
Chilmark, MA 02535
(508) 645-2562
9403.7 miles
Gr: K-5 | 69 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
55 Broadway
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 847-1493
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 847-1493
9404.1 miles
Gr: 5-8 | 499 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
70 Reservoir Avenue
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-4921
Middletown, RI 02842
(401) 847-4921
9404.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 302 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
35 Dexter Street
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 842-1900
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 842-1900
9404.5 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 657 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Tower Hill Road
Cuttyhunk, MA 02713
(508) 997-5408
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(508) 997-5408
9404.6 miles
Gr: 2-7
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