Homeschool legal: ✅ Yes ·Last verified: 2026-03 ·State code: MO
Missouri requires 1,000 instruction hours annually (600 in core subjects, 400 at the regular home location), plus recordkeeping including a plan book or diary, samples of student work, and academic evaluations. These records must be maintained but are not submitted to authorities. No notice, no testing submission. Once a student turns 16, the hours and recordkeeping requirements no longer apply.
Missouri does not require advance notice to begin homeschooling — you can start whenever you're ready.
No formal assessment is required in Missouri. Consider voluntary portfolio tracking to document your child's progress for college applications.
Join a local Missouri homeschool co-op or support group. Peer connections help with curriculum sharing, field trips, and social opportunities for your learner.
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and may not reflect the most current regulations. Always verify requirements directly with Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) or a qualified education attorney.