How Much Does a Child Evaluation Cost in Tampa Bay?
Cost is one of the first things parents ask about — and you deserve real numbers, not "call for pricing." So here they are.
A private gifted evaluation costs $425 with the RIAS-2 or $450 with the WISC-V. A full psychoeducational (learning disability) evaluation is $1,500, and a 504 evaluation is $1,700. Every fee includes the consultation, all testing, scoring, a district-ready written report, and a feedback session. My complete fee schedule is always published on the pricing page.
How much does each type of evaluation cost?
A gifted evaluation is $425 or $450 depending on the test, a psychoeducational evaluation is $1,500, and a 504 evaluation is $1,700. Here is my current fee schedule at a glance:
- Gifted evaluation with the RIAS-2: $425
- Gifted evaluation with the WISC-V: $450
- Psychoeducational / learning disability evaluation: $1,500
- 504 evaluation: $1,700
For ADHD evaluations, private-school admissions testing, and executive functioning evaluations, the right scope depends on your child's situation and what the school or program requires, so I confirm the exact fee during a free 15-minute consultation.
These are flat fees. There is no separate charge for the report or the feedback session, and the initial consultation is free.
What does the fee include?
Each fee covers the entire evaluation from first phone call to final report — not just the hours your child spends testing. Specifically, you get:
- A free 15-minute consultation before you commit to anything, so we can confirm the right evaluation for your child,
- One-on-one testing time — I administer every test personally,
- Scoring and interpretation of all measures,
- A comprehensive written report written to meet Florida district requirements and accepted by Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, and Manatee County schools, and
- A feedback session where we walk through the results together and plan next steps.
You leave with a report you own, in language you understand, ready to hand to your child's school.
Why do some evaluations cost more than others?
The difference comes down to testing hours and the number of instruments involved. A gifted evaluation answers one focused question — where does my child's cognitive ability fall? — using a single individually administered IQ test such as the RIAS-2 or WISC-V. One testing session, one instrument, one targeted report.
A psychoeducational evaluation casts a much wider net. It pairs cognitive testing with academic achievement measures like the Woodcock-Johnson, so I can compare how your child learns with how they are actually performing in reading, writing, and math. That means more testing hours, more instruments to administer and score, and a longer, more detailed report.
A 504 evaluation is the most comprehensive of the three, because the report has to do extra work: document a condition, show how it substantially limits learning, and tie specific accommodations to the data — exactly what a school's 504 committee needs in order to act.
How can I pay?
I accept cash, check, and Zelle. This is a private-pay practice, and two options help many families manage the cost:
- HSA/FSA: I provide a detailed, itemized receipt you can submit to your health savings or flexible spending account — check with your plan to confirm what it covers.
- FES-UA: If your child has a Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities, scholarship funds may apply toward the evaluation. Ask me about it during your consultation and I'll help you sort out whether it fits.
Will insurance cover the evaluation?
Usually not — and I don't bill insurance. Health insurance rarely covers school-related psychoeducational testing, because insurers treat it as an educational service rather than a medical one. Instead of navigating denials, I keep pricing flat and transparent and give you the documentation you need for HSA/FSA reimbursement. I explain the full picture in Does insurance cover psychoeducational testing?
Is a private evaluation worth it compared to a free school evaluation?
A district evaluation costs nothing, and for some families it is the right starting point — but it can take up to 90 school days, which often stretches across most of a semester once weekends, holidays, and breaks are counted. My timeline is different: appointments are typically available within 1 to 2 weeks, and the full process from consultation to feedback session takes about 2 to 3 weeks.
So the fee is really buying three things:
- Speed. Answers in weeks instead of months, which matters when a school decision, an application deadline, or a struggling reader can't wait.
- Ownership. The report is yours. You decide who sees it and when to share it with the school.
- Depth. A thorough profile of how your child thinks and learns, with practical recommendations you can act on at home and at school.
One honest caveat, because I never want to overpromise: for gifted eligibility, the district's staffing committee makes the final decision. A private evaluation gives them the documentation they need — it doesn't guarantee placement. I'm careful to explain exactly what your report can and can't do before you spend a dollar.
How do I get an exact quote for my child?
Start with the free 15-minute consultation. I'll listen to what questions you're trying to answer, recommend the right evaluation for your child's age and situation, and confirm the exact fee — no surprises later. I test children from age 5 through high school at my Pinellas County location, and families come from across Tampa Bay because the report travels with them.
See current pricing, browse the FAQ, or reach out directly: call or text (727) 344-9202, or email [email protected].