TX · Gifted & Talented
HOUSTON ISD Gifted & Talented Testing 2026
Dates, tests, and score cutoffs for HOUSTON ISD's gifted and talented (G&T) program, gathered from public district sources.
Last checked: not yet verified — always confirm with your district before relying on any date below.
Which tests does HOUSTON ISD use?
We haven't confirmed a specific gifted/talented test for HOUSTON ISD yet. Districts near you commonly use tests like CogAT, NNAT, or OLSAT — check your district's G&T program page for the specific assessment.
Check your district — we don't have a confirmed test on file.
Entry grades
K-12, Pre-K4, Entering Kindergarten
Per district publications — verify with your district.
Application window
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Testing dates
Aug 18-22 (make-up: 25-29) for K-12 achievement; Sept 8-19 (make-up: 22-29) for K-12 ability
Per district publications — verify with your district.
Score cutoff
Multi-criteria identification matrix (3+ criteria); 80th percentile threshold for district-generated referrals; both Math and Reading required for Vanguard programs
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