Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
When initiating eligibility discussions for your child, please be aware of the following information and have any documentation readily available:
- A qualifying score on a nationally-normed test is required to meet the criteria in at least one area.
- Any data used to establish eligibility in one area shall not be used to establish eligibility in another area.
- Assessment scores are valid for two years.
- Private test data may not be used to determine eligibility. It may be used as a referral for further evaluation.
OPTION A
To be eligible for gifted services, students must qualify in both mental ability and achievement:
Mental Ability
- Grades K-2-Minimum of 99% composite score
- Grades 3-12-Minimum of 96% composite score
Achievement
- Minimum of 90% in either reading or math
OPTION B
To be eligible for gifted services, students must meet the following in three (3) out of four (4) areas:
Mental Ability
- Minimum of 96% in at least one sub-test area.
Achievement
- Minimum of 90% in either reading or math
Creativity
- Minimum of 90% on an assessment for creativity; product or performance.
Motivation
- Grades K-12 - Minimum of 90% on an assessment for motivation; product or performance
- Grades 7-12 - 3.5 grade average for two consecutive semesters in English, math, science, social studies and foreign language if applicable.