Arkansas Homeschool Requirements
Arkansas requires annual notice to the school district plus an annual standardized test beginning in first grade. Parents must hold a high school diploma, making it a moderately regulated state.
Notification Requirements
File a notice of intent with the local school district annually
Required Subjects
Teacher Qualifications
Parent must hold a high school diploma or GED
Testing & Assessment
Annual standardized test required starting in 1st grade (or portfolio review)
Instructional Days / Hours
178 days per year
Record Keeping
Keep test results and attendance records
Official Resources for Arkansas
These summaries reflect general requirements as of 2026. Laws change — always verify with an official source before making decisions.
Other Moderate Regulation states
Colorado requires annual district notification and an annual assessment, but gives families wide choice in curriculum and evaluation method.
Florida requires annual notice and a yearly portfolio evaluation, but no specific number of instructional days.
Georgia homeschoolers file an annual declaration of intent and must complete an annual assessment.
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