Testing Registration

Who this is for:

• Children who will enter Pre-K in the 2027–2028 school year

Registration Period:

• Spring 2027
• Registration must be completed in advance through Community Education.

Testing Window:

• Scheduled with Community Education

Testing Format:

• One-on-one assessment based on age

Important Requirements:

• $120 non-refundable testing fee
• Birth certificate required
• Proof of residence required

Who this is for:

• Children who are currently 4 years old
• Must turn 5 by September 1

Registration Period:

• TBD

Testing Window:

• TBD

Testing Format:

• Small group testing

Who this is for:

• Students in grades 1 and 3–8
• Students who have not yet been identified as gifted

Registration Period:

• August 3, 2026 – August 21, 2026

Testing Window:

• September 7, 2026 - September 25, 2026

Who this is for:

• All SUSD 2nd grade students

Registration Period:

• No registration required

Testing Window:

• November 30, 2026 - December 11, 2026

Important Note:

• Testing opt-out will be available.

Who this is for:

• Current Kindergarten–1st grade students
• Students in grades 3–7

Registration Period:

• January 4, 2027 - January 29, 2027

Testing Window:

• February 17, 2027 - March 5, 2027

Who this is for:

• Students not currently enrolled in SUSD
• Must reside within SUSD boundaries

Registration Period:

• September 21, 2026 - October 2, 2026

Testing Window:

• October 12, 2026 - October 16, 2026

Important Notes:

• Proof of residency required
• Families should contact the Gifted Department for additional information.

SUSD offers multiple gifted testing opportunities during the school year. Testing windows vary by grade level.

SUSD uses state-approved cognitive assessments (such as CogAT and Naglieri) that measure reasoning and learning potential.

Yes. Results from state-approved assessments that meet Arizona’s state guidelines may be submitted for consideration.

No. Annual testing is not recommended.

Typically, they remain stable over time.

Yes, during a future testing window, as long as at least one year has passed since the student's last assessment. Additional testing requires approval if a student has already tested three times.

Students may test again during a future testing window, up to three times through SUSD.

No. Gifted identification remains valid.