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North Dakota Homeschool Requirements Detailed regulation

What North Dakota requires from homeschool families — notification, subjects, hours, testing, and portfolio rules — with links to the current law. This is the same state data FolioKid uses to build your portfolio template.

File annually with the local district. Standardized test required at grades 4, 6, 8, and 10. Score monitoring (50th/30th percentile thresholds) applies only to families in the § 15.1-23-06 monitoring track (parents without a HS diploma or GED).

Official North Dakota sources

This page is an organizational reference, not legal advice. Laws change and districts vary — verify current requirements with the official sources above. Last reviewed against state statutes: June 2026.

North Dakota homeschool FAQ

What law governs homeschooling in North Dakota?

Homeschooling in North Dakota is governed by N.D.C.C. § 15.1-23. File annually with the local district. Standardized test required at grades 4, 6, 8, and 10. Score monitoring (50th/30th percentile thresholds) applies only to families in the § 15.1-23-06 monitoring track (parents without a HS diploma or GED). Always verify current requirements with your state department of education.

What subjects are required for homeschooling in North Dakota?

North Dakota requires: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Health, Fine Arts, Physical Education (elementary grades; some states vary by grade).

How many hours or days of instruction does North Dakota require?

North Dakota requires 175 days per year.

Does North Dakota require testing or a portfolio evaluation?

Yes — North Dakota requires standardized testing (grades 4, 6, 8, 10).

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