Homeschooling in Oregon

Common questions about homeschooling in Oregon

Do I have to notify anyone to homeschool in Oregon?

Yes. Oregon requires notice to the authorities before you begin home education. One-time written notice of intent to your local Education Service District (ESD) within 10 days of starting home instruction or withdrawing from public school. Standardized testing required in grades 3, 5, 8, and 10 by August 15; tests must be state-approved and administered by a qualified neutral person. Composite below 15th percentile triggers retest.

How many days or hours of school does Oregon require?

Oregon sets no specific number of instructional days or hours for homeschoolers. Anchor counts each day for you as you log activities, and shows how many you have left.

Does Oregon require a portfolio or standardized testing?

No. Oregon does not require a portfolio or standardized testing for homeschoolers.

Does Oregon require an annual evaluation?

No. Oregon does not require an annual evaluator review.

What records should I keep to homeschool in Oregon?

Keep attendance for every school day, samples of your student's work, and any test or evaluation results Oregon asks for. Homeschool Anchor builds all three from your daily logs and turns this state's rules into dated checkpoints, so nothing is reconstructed at the deadline.