Highly Capable is Washington’s term for gifted education services. NNAT® stands for Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test, a visual reasoning assessment that uses shapes and patterns instead of reading passages, vocabulary, or math computation.
What Edmonds says about universal screening
Edmonds School District says all 2nd and 6th graders are universally screened. The district describes the NNAT3 as a 30-minute timed test taken on a Chromebook at school during the school day.
The district also notes that families who do not want their child screened can notify the teacher and submit the district’s test refusal form by the posted deadline.
| Test basics | What Edmonds parents should know |
|---|---|
| Test | NNAT3, the third edition of the Naglieri Nonverbal Ability Test |
| Length | 48 questions in 30 minutes |
| Format | Chromebook at school during the school day |
| Reading load | No reading passages, vocabulary, or math computation |
| 2nd grade level | Level C, which includes all four major NNAT® question formats |
What 2nd graders should expect from the NNAT®
The NNAT® is a visual puzzle test. Children study shapes, colors, positions, rotations, and patterns, then choose the answer that follows the same rule.
That is different from normal classroom assignments, so a small amount of format practice can make the test feel less surprising.
Elementary schools in Edmonds School District
In most districts, a gifted-screening window applies across the district, while each school handles practical details inside that window. Edmonds goes further by publishing school-specific dates, but parents should still confirm the exact date scheduled for their child’s class.
Edmonds elementary schools include:
- Beverly Elementary
- Brier Elementary
- Cedar Valley Elementary
- Cedar Way Elementary
- Chase Lake Elementary
- College Place Elementary
- Edmonds Elementary
- Hazelwood Elementary
- Hilltop Elementary
- Lynndale Elementary
- Lynnwood Elementary
- Martha Lake Elementary
- Meadowdale Elementary
- Mountlake Terrace Elementary
- Oak Heights Elementary
- Seaview Elementary
- Sherwood Elementary
- Spruce Elementary
- Terrace Park Elementary
- Westgate Elementary
The district also lists Edmonds Heights K-12, Madrona K-8, and Maplewood Parent Cooperative K-8 as other learning options with elementary-age students.
Questions Edmonds parents should ask
- What exact date is my child’s class taking the NNAT3?
- What should my child expect on the Chromebook?
- What happens if my child is absent on the screening day?
- When will families receive results?
- What are the next steps if a child is referred for Highly Capable services?
- What is the deadline if a family wants to submit the refusal form?
How to prepare without adding pressure
Because Edmonds screens during the school day, practice does not need to be intense. The most useful preparation is familiarity: short sessions, clear explanations, and a few examples of each question format.
Start with the four NNAT® question types, then try a short practice set on a screen so the interface feels normal.
Frequently asked questions
Are Edmonds 2nd graders universally screened for Highly Capable services?
Yes. Edmonds School District says it universally screens all 2nd and 6th graders.
What test do Edmonds 2nd graders take?
Edmonds says students take the NNAT3 in classrooms during the school day.
How long is the Edmonds NNAT3 screening?
The district describes the NNAT3 as a 30-minute timed test with 48 questions, taken on a Chromebook at school.
When is Edmonds 2nd grade screening for 2026-2027?
Edmonds lists school-specific 2026-2027 screening dates from mid-November through early December. Families should confirm the date scheduled for their child’s class.
Start with a calm first look.
GateBuddy’s free NNAT® practice introduces the question styles and explains how to think through them.
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