Do Homeschoolers in NY have to take any standardized tests?
Yes. In grades 4-8, NYS requires that homeschoolers submit the cumulative score from normative assessment every OTHER year. In grades 9-12, homeschoolers must do this every year. If you are trying to limit testing, you can test in grades 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, & 12 and be in compliance with the state regulations.
Homeschooling in NY can seem daunting at first. There’s paperwork, assessments, and something called being “out of compliance”. I’m going to break down the very most basic steps to homeschooling in NY.
Some common myths and the reality homeschool families wish you knew.
Many NY families who are interested in self-directed education wonder if it’s possible in such a regulated state.
Learning how to translate your child’s days into language the DOE understands will serve you well in NY.
Here are the exact NYS homeschool regulations, with emphasized portions for more clarity .
