West Virginia Homeschool Requirements
West Virginia requires annual notice and an annual assessment, with two options for compliance. A parent high school diploma is required, and 180 instructional days must be covered.
Notification Requirements
File annual notice with county superintendent; choose from two compliance options
Required Subjects
Teacher Qualifications
Parent must be a high school graduate
Testing & Assessment
Annual assessment by standardized test or portfolio evaluation by certified teacher
Instructional Days / Hours
180 days
Record Keeping
Keep attendance and assessment records
Official Resources for West Virginia
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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