Iowa Homeschool Requirements
Iowa requires annual notification and an annual assessment of student progress. Parents without supervision by a licensed teacher must hold a high school diploma. Families choose from three assessment methods.
Notification Requirements
File annual Notice of Intended Homeschool Instruction with local school board and county AEA
Required Subjects
Teacher Qualifications
Parent must hold high school diploma or GED (or instruction supervised by a licensed teacher)
Testing & Assessment
Annual assessment: licensed teacher review, standardized test, or portfolio review
Instructional Days / Hours
148 days (or hours equivalent)
Record Keeping
Keep assessment results and attendance records
Official Resources for Iowa
These summaries reflect general requirements as of 2026. Laws change — always verify with an official source before making decisions.
Other Moderate Regulation states
Arkansas requires annual notice to the school district plus an annual standardized test beginning in first grade.
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.
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