How to homeschool in North Dakota
The rules for 2026–27 in plain words: what to send, when, what to teach and what to keep.
✓ Checked against North Dakota law on Oct 30, 2026 · See what changed
What changed
Nothing since we began checking North Dakota’s own pages every week in October 2026.
The usual way: Home education. Your statement each year, and tests in grades 4, 6, 8 and 10.
- Ages
- 7 to 16
- Notice
- Each year
- Tests
- Grades 4, 6, 8, 10
- Set time
- 175 days
What to do
- Statement of intent to your superintendent, with an immunization record and proof of identityAt least 5 days before you start (within 14 days of moving in), then each year
- A standardized achievement test, scores to your superintendent (not needed if, with your statement, you object to tests or show a teaching license, a bachelor’s degree or a passing teacher exam score)in Grades 4, 6, 8, 10
- Teach the subjects belowYou can teach if you have a high school diploma or GED, or a certified teacher monitoring you for your first two years. 175 days a year, 4 hours a day.
- Keep each year’s courses and progress, with test scoresThat’s all North Dakota asks you to keep.
Subjects to teach
- English language arts
- Math
- Social studies
- Science
- Physical education
- Health
Other legal ways
As a private school
A private school taught by a North Dakota–licensed teacher.
Taught by a North Dakota–licensed teacher, with a background check. The same school year and subjects as North Dakota’s public schools.
- Private school form to your superintendent, by certified mail (14 days before you start, then each year)
Source: ndlegis.gov
This is a plain summary, not legal advice. Laws change; check with your state or district if you’re unsure. Also see North Carolina, Ohio, or all 50 states + DC.