Last updated: January 2026 · Approx. 6 minute read
Homeschool Laws in Missouri (2026)
Missouri requires no notification or testing. Families maintain records on their own.
Quick facts at a glance
Notification & registration
Optional Declaration of Enrollment with your county recorder. Not required.
Required subjects in Missouri
Missouri requires homeschool families to cover the following subject areas:
- Reading
- Math
- Social Studies
- Language Arts
- Science
Hours & days of instruction
1,000 hours per year, with 600 in core subjects
Evaluations & testing
Not required.
Recordkeeping requirements
Maintain a portfolio: log of subjects and hours, samples of work, and assessment records.
Legal homeschool options in Missouri
How to start homeschooling in Missouri
- Submit a withdrawal letter to your child's public school if applicable.
- Plan a curriculum that covers the five required subject areas.
- Track 1,000 total hours, with at least 600 in core subjects.
- Optionally file a Declaration of Enrollment with your county recorder.
- Maintain a portfolio of records.
Notes & nuances
The 600 core hours include reading, math, social studies, language arts, and science.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours must Missouri homeschoolers complete?
1,000 hours per year, with at least 600 in core subjects.
Do I have to notify Missouri that I am homeschooling?
No. The Declaration of Enrollment is optional.
Is testing required in Missouri?
No, the state does not require homeschool testing.
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