Massachusetts homeschool testing requirements

Not by a uniform statewide rule. Districts may require a reasonable form of evaluation, such as a progress report, portfolio review, or other agreed method, as part of the approval process.

Varies by the evaluation method approved by the local district, often annually or at intervals set in the approval plan.

Keep a copy of the approved home education plan, attendance-style records, course lists, work samples, and any progress reports or evaluation materials required by the district’s approval letter.

Yes. Families generally seek approval for a home education plan before starting homeschool instruction. Deadline: No single statewide annual deadline is set in the statute, but families should submit for approval before they begin homeschooling and before withdrawing a child from school.

1. 1Name of test, evaluator, or portfolio reviewer if used.
2. 2Date completed and school year covered.
3. 3Score report, evaluator letter, portfolio receipt, or parent summary.
4. 4Copy of anything submitted to a district, umbrella school, or state office.