Actually, I would be inclined to have an evaluation - my pediatrician may be able to make some general observations but an achievement assessment of some kind makes for better "chatting with the school". I think listening to your kid is worth something. We are in a similiar pinch but until we can work out something better - we'll go for some serious time wasting boredom in the name of some happiness. And fight for subject matter jumping... oops me, me, me.
Honestly, I would fear teasing... but we aren't boys here and I don't know what public is really like these days. Is public the only option - something geared to gt would keep you from needing to bump up. Frustrating that it is so hard... sorry. i feel your pain - not literally or i'd be popping flinstones....
