Being able to read early really is overrated. Look at my DD4 who was an early reader.

What is on her summer reading list?

Minecraft for Dummies

Most of students entering K at her GT school (soft cutoff is around 98 percentile) are non-readers or emergent readers. By second grade, reading levels vary widely but they accommodate the range.

If your son loves learning and is passionate about science, I don't see why he won't do well at a gifted school. smile