I'd rank the options (from most ideal to least) as 1. Gifted kid with other gifted kids, with individualized coursework (ex: Davidson Academy in Reno, Nevada)

I'd rank the options (from most ideal to least) as 1. Gifted kid with other gifted kids, with individualized coursework (ex: Davidson Academy in Reno, Nevada) 2. Gifted kid with other gifted kids, with standardized but accelerated coursework (ex: a g&t magnet program) 3. Gifted kid in general population, with individualized coursework 4. Gifted kid accelerated several grades ahead 5. Gifted kid remains in general population at normal grade level for age And 3, 4 and 5 are really toss-ups depending on the personality of the child