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Desert Sands Unified Gifted & Talented Testing 2026
Dates, tests, and score cutoffs for Desert Sands Unified's gifted and talented (G&T) program, gathered from public district sources.
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Which tests does Desert Sands Unified use?
We haven't confirmed a specific gifted/talented test for Desert Sands Unified yet. Districts near you commonly use tests like CogAT, NNAT, or OLSAT. Check your district's G&T program page for the specific assessment.
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About Desert Sands Unified
Desert Sands Unified serves students in grades 3-12 through its GATE program using RAVEN testing as part of its identification process. The district offers differentiated instruction and enrichment opportunities for identified students but does not publicly specify application windows, testing dates, or score cutoffs.
Source: dsusd.us
Entry grades
3-12
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Application window
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Testing dates
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Score cutoff
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