Both of my girls IQ scores indicate "global" giftedness, no big discrepencies. They both have respectable WMI and processing speed scores. One is being reasonably accomodated at school and is recognized, dare I say, respected for her high intelligence.
The younger one has had an opposite experience, although the tide MAY be turning; too early to tell.

Why is one recognized over the other with similar reports? I think it boils down to personality and how their intelligence is manifested in the school setting.