Homeschooling Requirements by State

Alabama does not have a single homeschool statute. Families choose one of three legal pathways — church school enrollment (the most popular), private school registration, or instruction by a state-certified tutor. The church school route requires only one-time notice to the local superintendent and attendance records, with no curriculum mandates or testing requirements. Alabama's CHOOSE Act (2025) introduced a refundable tax credit for educational expenses.

• One-time notice to local superintendent (church school route) OR annual private school registration by Oct. 10
• Maintain attendance records
• No standardized testing mandate; no state-prescribed curriculum
• Compulsory ages: 6–17

Alaska offers two distinct pathways for home educators. Independent homeschoolers notify their school district and choose an annual assessment method. Alternatively, families may enroll in state-funded correspondence programs such as IDEA, which allocate annual per-student funds for curriculum, enrichment activities, and supplies — a meaningful financial benefit.

• Independent route: annual notification to the local school district required
• Annual assessment required — standardized test or certified evaluator evaluation
• Correspondence program route: enroll with an approved state program for funding access
• Compulsory ages: 7–16

Arizona consistently ranks among the most homeschool-permissive states in the nation. A single notarized affidavit filed with the county school superintendent is the only formal step required (Ariz. Rev. Stat. §15-802). No curriculum approval, testing, subject mandates, or portfolio reviews are required at any point. Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account — open to all K–12 students regardless of income — is one of the country's most generous and flexible funding programs.

• File a one-time notarized affidavit with the county school superintendent (Ariz. Rev. Stat. §15-802)
• No required subjects, standardized testing, or portfolio reviews
• No parent qualification requirements
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Arkansas made a major commitment to educational freedom with its 2023 LEARNS Act, establishing Education Freedom Accounts for all K–12 students. The homeschool compliance process itself is straightforward: annual notice to the local district and maintenance of a curriculum portfolio. Families who access EFA funding must have their students complete an annual standardized test.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the local school district
• Maintain a portfolio of curriculum materials and educational work
• EFA program participants: annual standardized test required
• Compulsory ages: 5–17

California homeschoolers most commonly operate by filing an annual Private School Affidavit (PSA) with the state, registering their home as a private school. Other options include enrolling in a private school satellite program (PSP) or engaging a credentialed tutor. While there is no statewide ESA, some families access funding through independent study charter schools that allocate per-student allotments for curriculum and enrichment.

• File annual Private School Affidavit (PSA) with the state Department of Education — OR enroll in an approved PSP
• Instruction must be in English; maintain attendance records and coursework samples
• No mandated standardized testing under the PSA route
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Colorado has clearly defined and manageable homeschool requirements. Families file annual notice, choose a qualified evaluator, and complete an annual assessment in specified grade years. The state allows broad curriculum freedom, and results from assessments are kept by the family rather than submitted to the district. Colorado families may also access public school services and resources.

• File annual Notice of Intent with local school district (by Oct. 1 for continuing families)
• Annual assessment via standardized test, portfolio, or evaluator in grades 3, 5, 7, 9, 11
• Cover required subjects: reading, writing, speaking, math, history, civics, science, health
• Compulsory ages: 6–17

Connecticut requires families to provide instruction 'equivalent' to public school in required branches of study and to submit written notice to the local superintendent. There is no uniform state standard — district-level interpretation varies — which can create uncertainty for new families. With proper planning and local engagement, however, Connecticut's active homeschool community navigates these requirements successfully.

• Submit written notice to the local superintendent of intent to homeschool
• Provide instruction equivalent to public school in required subjects: reading, writing, spelling, math, English, American history, citizenship
• Maintain educational records; no mandatory standardized testing under state law
• Compulsory ages: 5–18

Delaware requires an annual Home School Registration filing with the state Department of Education. Families must cover required subjects for a minimum of 180 instructional days. There is no state-mandated standardized testing requirement. The process is clearly documented through the DOE, and compliance is straightforward for organized families.

• File annual Home School Registration with the Delaware Department of Education
• Provide at least 180 days of instruction each school year
• Cover required subjects: English, math, science, social studies, health/PE
• Compulsory ages: 5–16

Florida is one of the most homeschool-supportive states in the country. A Notice of Intent filed with the local school district initiates a home education program under Florida Statute 1002.41. Families maintain a portfolio throughout the year and submit to an annual evaluation via one of five approved options. Florida's Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO), available to all K–12 students, provides approximately $8,000/year with broad approved uses.

• File Notice of Intent with the local school district (s.1002.41, F.S.)
• Maintain a portfolio of educational records and student work samples throughout the year
• Annual evaluation required — choose from 5 options including standardized test or certified teacher review
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Georgia provides homeschool families with a structured but manageable process. An annual Declaration of Intent is submitted to the local superintendent, required subjects must be covered, and a nationally standardized test is administered each year. Test results are retained by the parent and not submitted to the state. Georgia is broadly supportive of educational choice, and the Georgia Promise Scholarship offers $6,500 for eligible students.

• Submit annual Declaration of Intent to the local school superintendent
• Cover required subjects: reading, language arts, math, social studies, science
• Administer an annual nationally standardized test; retain results
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Hawaii centralizes its homeschool oversight at the state Department of Education level rather than through local districts. Families must submit annual notice before the school year begins, provide instruction in required subjects, and conduct an annual assessment. While regulation is meaningful, Hawaii's DOE provides guidance documents for families navigating the process.

• Submit annual notice to the Hawaii Department of Education prior to each school year
• Provide instruction in required subjects comparable to public school standards
• Annual assessment required — standardized test or portfolio review
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Idaho is a no-notice state that reflects strong trust in parental authority. State law (Idaho Code §33-202) requires comparable instruction to public school during compulsory attendance ages, but families are not required to notify any government agency, submit curriculum plans, or test their students. Idaho launched its first school choice program in 2025 — a refundable tax credit of up to $5,000 per child for qualifying private educational expenses.

• No notice, registration, or reporting required to any government agency (Idaho Code §33-202)
• Must provide instruction comparable to public schools in required subjects
• No standardized testing or evaluation mandate
• Compulsory ages: 7–16

Illinois treats homeschools as private schools under state law, granting families significant autonomy. No notice to the state or school district is required. Required branches of study — including language arts, math, science, social studies, fine arts, and health/PE — must be taught in English, but no testing or curriculum approval is mandated unless a family comes under investigation. A modest K–12 Education Expense tax credit is available to offset some costs.

• No notice required to any government agency — homeschools operate as private schools
• Teach required branches in English: language arts, math, biological & physical science, social studies, fine arts, health/PE
• No standardized testing or portfolio submission required
• Compulsory ages: 7–17

Indiana treats homeschools as non-accredited private schools with very little state oversight. No notice is required, and instruction must simply be provided in English. Indiana has a well-established school choice ecosystem — including its Choice Scholarship Program and Education Scholarship Account — that can assist families seeking funded options for qualified expenses.

• No notice required — homeschools are treated as non-accredited private schools
• Instruction must be given in English; cover subjects comparable to public school
• No mandated standardized testing or portfolio requirements
• Compulsory ages: 7–18

Iowa pairs moderate compliance requirements with one of the country's best school choice funding programs. A Competent Private Instruction (CPI) report is filed annually with the local district. An annual assessment by a licensed instructor or standardized test is required. Iowa's Students First Education Savings Account is universal — all K–12 students qualify regardless of income — and provides approximately $7,600/year.

• File annual Competent Private Instruction (CPI) report with the local school district
• Provide a minimum of 148 days of instruction per year
• Annual assessment by a licensed instructor or nationally normed standardized test
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Kansas homeschools are registered as non-accredited private schools with the State Board of Education. Families have wide curriculum freedom and face no testing requirements. The state expanded tax credit scholarships and recently granted homeschool students access to certain public school extracurricular activities. The registration process establishes the homeschool's legal identity without subjecting it to ongoing state curriculum oversight.

• Register as a non-accredited private school with the Kansas State Board of Education
• Cover required subjects appropriate to grade level: reading, math, science, social studies, and others
• No standardized testing required; maintain basic enrollment records
• Compulsory ages: 7–18

Kentucky homeschoolers operate under a clear state statute that requires annual notice to the local superintendent, maintenance of a curriculum portfolio, and coverage of required subjects. There is no state testing requirement — just consistent documentation of educational activities. Kentucky is generally supportive of parental rights in education, and a growing homeschool community provides substantial peer support.

• Submit annual notice of intent to the local school district superintendent
• Maintain a portfolio of coursework, lesson plans, and educational samples
• Cover required subjects: reading, writing, math, science, social studies, arts, health, practical living/vocational
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Louisiana offers two primary homeschool pathways: applying to the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) for approval as a home study program, or enrolling through an approved correspondence or distance learning program. Annual approval is required, along with portfolio maintenance and an annual student assessment. The state has increased its private school tuition tax credit and continues to develop broader school choice legislation.

• Apply for and receive annual approval from the Louisiana BESE as a home study program
• Maintain a portfolio of the student's academic work throughout the year
• Annual assessment required — standardized test or portfolio review
• Compulsory ages: 7–18

Maine requires an annual Equivalent Instruction application submitted to the local school superintendent for review and approval. Families must demonstrate that their curriculum covers required subjects and includes adequate instructional hours. Annual assessment by a certified educator is also required. Deliberate organization and advance planning make Maine's process quite manageable in practice.

• Submit annual Equivalent Instruction application to the local superintendent for approval
• Annual assessment by a certified educator — standardized test, portfolio review, or direct evaluation
• Cover required subjects: English, math, science, social studies, health/PE, fine arts
• Compulsory ages: 7–17

Maryland requires annual notice to the local school district and a meaningful portfolio review process. Families choose between direct review by school officials or participation in a state-approved umbrella organization — many find the umbrella route (such as through MACHE) far simpler. Curriculum must cover Maryland's required subjects, and the oversight cycle repeats annually.

• Submit annual notice to the local school supervisor
• Annual portfolio review by school officials OR enroll with a state-approved umbrella school organization
• Cover required subjects: English, math, science, social studies, health, and others
• Compulsory ages: 5–18

Massachusetts is widely recognized as one of the most demanding states for homeschoolers in the country. Prior written approval from the local school district is required before instruction begins. Families submit a proposed curriculum annually, and the program must meet the district's 'substantially equivalent' standard — which varies by community. Annual assessment is also required. Despite the complexity, thousands of Massachusetts families homeschool successfully each year.

• Obtain prior written approval from the local school district BEFORE beginning instruction
• Submit proposed curriculum and materials for annual district review
• Annual assessment required — standardized test, portfolio, or evaluation
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Michigan provides robust protections for homeschool families, particularly those acting from religious conviction. Under MCL 380.1561, families homeschooling for religious reasons face virtually no state oversight. Secular homeschoolers must cover specific core subjects in English, but still face no notice, testing, or reporting requirements. Michigan's approach places maximum trust in parents and is consistently rated among the least restrictive states.

• No notice required to any government agency
• Non-religious homeschools must cover: reading, writing, math, science, history, civics, literature, U.S. history, English grammar — all in English
• No testing, portfolio, or evaluation requirements
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Minnesota has moderately high requirements, including parent qualification standards and mandatory standardized testing in multiple grade levels. Parents without a bachelor's degree must have their child assessed annually by a licensed teacher. Test results are kept by the family. A K–12 education tax credit and deduction help offset some costs for qualifying families.

• Submit annual Notice of Intent to the Minnesota Department of Education (by Oct. 1 for returning families)
• Parent must hold a bachelor's degree, OR child must be annually assessed by a licensed teacher
• Annual standardized testing required in grades 3–8 and in 10th/11th grade
• Compulsory ages: 7–17

Mississippi is a low-burden state that gives homeschool families broad autonomy. Families enroll through a church or private school program and maintain attendance records. There are no curriculum mandates and no state testing requirements for the general homeschool population. Mississippi does offer an ESA for students with qualifying disabilities.

• Enroll in a church-affiliated school, private school, or register as a home instruction program
• Maintain attendance records throughout the school year
• No required standardized testing for most homeschoolers
• Compulsory ages: 6–17

Missouri is one of the most parent-friendly states in the entire Midwest. No state notice is required. Families maintain their own records — a daily log, subjects covered, and work samples — and retain them for two years. There is no testing requirement and no curriculum approval process. Missouri's thriving homeschool community is well-organized and provides strong peer support networks.

• No notice required to the state or any school district
• Maintain internal records: daily log, subjects covered, and student work samples (retain for 2 years)
• No standardized testing or portfolio submission required
• Compulsory ages: 7–16

Montana requires families to file an annual Notice of Intent with the county school superintendent and cover a set of required subjects. There is no mandated standardized testing. Montana's legislature has been active in expanding educational choice, and the state supports homeschoolers through a clear, manageable compliance framework.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the county school superintendent
• Teach required subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies, health
• No mandatory standardized testing or portfolio review required
• Compulsory ages: 7–16

Nebraska requires annual compliance through its 'Rule 13' filing with the state Department of Education. Required subjects must be covered and attendance maintained. An annual assessment is required and helps confirm student progress. Nebraska's DOE provides clear documentation of what is required, making the compliance process predictable for organized families.

• File annual Rule 13 notification with the Nebraska Department of Education
• Cover required subjects; maintain attendance and educational records
• Annual assessment required — standardized test or portfolio review
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Nevada requires annual notice and a biennial academic assessment for students above first grade. Families have flexibility in choosing their assessment method, and curriculum choices are broadly left to parents. Nevada's Opportunity Scholarship provides assistance to income-qualifying families for private school attendance.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the local school district
• Academic assessment required every other year for students in grade 2 and above
• Cover required subjects: English, math, science, social studies, arts, health/PE
• Compulsory ages: 7–18

New Hampshire has become increasingly supportive of homeschooling in recent years. Annual notice is filed, and an annual portfolio evaluation by a credentialed evaluator is required. The state's Education Freedom Account program — available to families at or below 350% of the federal poverty level — provides approximately $4,600/year and can be used for a range of educational expenses including online courses and tutoring.

• Submit annual notice to the school district or a participating academy
• Annual portfolio evaluation by a certified teacher or licensed evaluator required
• Cover required subjects: science, math, language arts, social studies, health
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

New Jersey is one of the few Northeastern states with a no-notice framework. Families are not required to register with any government agency. The state's compulsory attendance law exempts children receiving 'equivalent instruction elsewhere,' which home education satisfies. While no testing or formal review is required, maintaining documentation confirming educational activity is prudent practice.

• No formal notice required to any government agency
• Must provide instruction 'equivalent' to public school in English
• No mandated standardized testing or portfolio submission
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

New Mexico requires families to file annual notice with the Public Education Department and document at least 180 days of instruction. Required subjects must be covered. There is no state testing requirement. New Mexico's Public Education Department provides guidance materials for families starting or continuing a home education program.

• File annual notice of intent with the New Mexico Public Education Department
• Document at least 180 days of instruction per year
• Cover required subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies
• Compulsory ages: 5–18

New York has among the most extensive paperwork requirements for homeschoolers in the United States. Families file a detailed Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) annually with the local school district, submit quarterly progress reports, log required instructional hours, and complete an annual assessment. Required subjects are specified by grade level. Despite this considerable administrative load, New York's large homeschool community has built strong support networks that make the process navigable.

• Submit annual Individualized Home Instruction Plan (IHIP) to the local school district
• Submit quarterly reports on academic progress throughout the year
• Annual assessment required — standardized test or portfolio review
• Log required hours: 900/year (elementary), 990/year (secondary)

North Carolina is a welcoming state for home educators with a clearly defined two-track compliance structure. Families operate as either a 'home school' or a 'religious school,' file annual notice with the Division of Non-Public Education, and administer a nationally standardized test each year. Test scores are kept by the parent — they are not submitted to the state. North Carolina's Opportunity Scholarship provides substantial funding for qualifying students.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the NC Division of Non-Public Education
• Administer annual nationally standardized test; retain scores (not submitted to state)
• Maintain immunization records and attendance log
• Compulsory ages: 7–16

North Dakota has the most specific parent qualification requirements of any state in the country. If the instructing parent does not hold a teaching license, a structured annual assessment cycle by a certified teacher is required during the elementary and middle school years. This combination of qualification and ongoing assessment requirements places North Dakota firmly in the high compliance category.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the local school board
• Parent must hold a teaching license, OR child must be annually assessed by a certified teacher (grades 1–5), then annually by certified teacher with portfolio (grades 6–8)
• Cover state-approved subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies
• Compulsory ages: 7–16

Ohio requires annual notification to the local school superintendent and a yearly academic assessment, but gives families meaningful choice in how they meet each requirement. Assessment may occur via standardized test, portfolio review, or evaluation by a certified teacher. Ohio also offers a $250 educational supply tax credit for homeschoolers, and the EdChoice voucher program supports private school attendance.

• File annual Notification of Intent with the local school district superintendent
• Annual assessment required — standardized test, portfolio, or certified teacher evaluation
• Cover required subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies, health, PE, fine arts
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Oklahoma is a no-notice state that treats homeschools as private schools, giving parents complete curriculum freedom with no reporting or testing requirements from the state. Oklahoma's Parental Choice Tax Credit provides up to $1,000/student annually for homeschoolers — and up to $7,500 for private school students — making it one of the more financially supportive states for families educating outside the public school system.

• No notice required — homeschools operate as private schools under Oklahoma law
• No required subject list, standardized testing, or reporting requirements
• Maintain basic internal records as a practical matter
• Compulsory ages: 5–18

Oregon requires annual notice filed with the local Education Service District (ESD) and periodic standardized testing administered by a qualified neutral party in specified grade years. Results are submitted to the ESD. Between testing years, families have wide curriculum latitude. Oregon has no statewide ESA program, but its homeschool community is active and its compliance framework is well-documented.

• File annual notice with the local Education Service District (ESD)
• Standardized testing required in grades 3, 5, 8, and 10 — administered by a qualified neutral party and submitted to the ESD
• Cover core subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies, health, PE
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Pennsylvania has among the most detailed homeschool compliance requirements in the nation — but multiple legal pathways exist and thousands of families navigate them successfully. The standard route requires a notarized affidavit, a year-long portfolio, certified coverage of specific subjects, and an annual evaluation by a licensed psychologist or PA-certified teacher. A 180-day/900-hour instructional minimum applies. Pennsylvania's homeschool associations and networks are among the most developed in the country.

• File a notarized affidavit with the local school superintendent at the start of each school year
• Maintain a detailed portfolio of academic work, reading lists, and evaluations throughout the year
• Annual evaluation by a licensed psychologist or Pennsylvania-certified teacher required
• Minimum 180 days/900 hours of instruction per year (elementary); 180 days/990 hours (secondary)

Rhode Island places meaningful oversight authority in local school committees, which must approve a family's homeschool application before instruction begins. Committees have wide discretion in setting their own standards, which can create variability across communities. Annual review is required, and families must demonstrate instruction in subjects comparable to public school. Consulting Rhode Island's RIDE guidance documents and connecting with local homeschool groups is highly recommended.

• Apply to the local school committee for approval to homeschool
• Provide instruction in subjects comparable to public school
• Annual assessment and review by the local school committee
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

South Carolina offers three distinct legal pathways for homeschool families: the state statute, joining an approved homeschool association such as SCAIHS, or operating through a church school program. Each pathway has different reporting and support structures. The association route is popular for its community, resources, and clear accountability framework. South Carolina's income-based ESA is actively phasing in access for qualifying families.

• Choose one of three pathways: state statute, approved association (e.g., SCAIHS), or church school
• Cover required subjects: reading, writing, math, science, social studies
• Annual review or portfolio submission per your chosen pathway's requirements
• Compulsory ages: 5–17

South Dakota has clearly written, predictable requirements. Annual notice is filed with the local district, and students must receive instruction in language arts and math at minimum, with periodic standardized testing in certain grade spans. South Dakota also has an unusual provision that allows a single home educator to instruct up to 21 students — homeschool co-ops find this provision particularly useful.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the local school district
• Cover required subjects — at minimum language arts and mathematics
• Standardized testing required in certain grade spans
• Compulsory ages: 5–18 (with exemptions)

Tennessee is a moderately regulated state that made a significant leap toward school choice in 2025. Families choose between the state homeschool statute or an umbrella/church-related school pathway. Annual notice and standardized testing apply under the statute route. The landmark Education Freedom Act of 2025 created a universal ESA program providing $7,000/year, with initial capacity of 20,000 scholarships.

• File annual notice with the local director of schools
• Annual standardized testing required under the state statute pathway
• Cover required subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies, health/PE
• Compulsory ages: 6–17

Texas is one of the gold standards for homeschool freedom in America. The Texas Supreme Court's Leeper ruling established that homeschools are private schools, meaning virtually no state regulation applies. No notice is required, no testing is mandated, and no curriculum approval is needed — families simply use a bona fide written curriculum covering reading, spelling, grammar, math, and good citizenship. Texas enacted SB 2 in 2025, creating the state's first ESA program with $2,000/year for homeschoolers.

• No notice, registration, or approval required from any government agency
• Use a bona fide written curriculum covering: reading, spelling, grammar, math, and good citizenship (per Leeper v. Arlington ISD)
• No standardized testing or evaluation requirement
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Utah is a homeschool-friendly state with a clear annual affidavit process and no testing requirement. Families file with the local school board and enjoy broad curriculum freedom. Utah launched the Utah Fits All Scholarship (universal ESA) in 2024, though a state court challenge in 2025 raised questions about its future. Families should verify the current status of this program directly with the Utah State Board of Education.

• File annual affidavit with the local school board
• No mandated standardized testing
• Cover curriculum appropriate for the child's age and grade level
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Vermont requires families to enroll annually with both the local school district and the Vermont Agency of Education, submit a written program plan, and receive an annual evaluation from a licensed Vermont educator confirming educational progress. The process is consistent and well-documented by the state, though the annual evaluator requirement adds a meaningful step compared to less-regulated states.

• Enroll annually with the local school district and Vermont Agency of Education
• Submit annual written program plan for the upcoming school year
• Annual evaluation by a licensed Vermont educator required
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Virginia has clear but moderately demanding requirements. An annual Notice of Intent with a curriculum description must be filed by August 15, the parent must meet one of four qualification criteria, and annual evidence of academic progress must be submitted. Many Virginia families navigate this process through the Home Educators Association of Virginia (HEAV), which provides community guidance and resources.

• File annual Notice of Intent with curriculum description to the local school division by August 15
• Parent must meet one of four criteria: college degree, teaching certificate, approved curriculum program, or school board approval
• Submit annual evidence of academic progress (test scores, portfolio, or evaluator letter)
• Compulsory ages: 5–18

Washington state requires the supervising parent to meet one of four qualification standards under RCW 28A.225.010: 45 college credit hours, teaching certification, use of a state-approved curriculum, or oversight by a certified teacher providing annual evaluations. A Declaration of Intent is filed annually. All students in grades 1–12 must be assessed annually via standardized test or certified teacher evaluation.

• File annual Declaration of Intent with the local school district
• Parent must meet one of four qualification standards (RCW 28A.225.010)
• Annual standardized test or certified teacher evaluation required for all students in grades 1–12
• Compulsory ages: 8–18

West Virginia has become a national model for school choice innovation. The Hope Scholarship — a universal ESA open to all K–12 students — provides approximately $4,600/year and has been studied as a model by other states. Homeschool compliance is moderate: annual notice, required subjects, and an annual academic assessment submitted by June 30 round out the requirements.

• File annual Notice of Intent with the county school district
• Cover required subjects: reading, math, language arts, science, social studies
• Annual academic assessment required — standardized test, portfolio, or certified teacher evaluation (submitted by June 30)
• Compulsory ages: 6–16

Wisconsin is a no-notice state in the practical sense: families submit a brief annual online enrollment report to the Wisconsin DPI — primarily a headcount — and then teach required subjects for a minimum of 875 hours per year. No testing is required, no curriculum approval is needed, and there is no state review of educational content. Wisconsin's home-based private education statute reflects a strong tradition of respecting parental educational decisions.

• Submit annual online enrollment report to the Wisconsin DPI by October 15 (Wis. Stats. §115.30) — primarily a headcount
• Provide a sequentially progressive curriculum in: reading, language arts, math, social studies, science, and health for at least 875 hours/year
• No mandatory standardized testing
• Compulsory ages: 6–18

Wyoming requires annual notice to the local school district and coverage of required subjects. No standardized testing is mandated. Wyoming made a major move in 2025 by renaming and expanding its ESA into the Steamboat Legacy Scholarship — a universal program providing $7,000/year to all eligible K–12 students, funded through a $30 million state appropriation.

• File annual notice with the local school district
• Cover required subjects: reading, writing, math, civics, history, government, literature
• No mandatory standardized testing
• Compulsory ages: 7–16