Arizona
Legal as a private school with simple registration
Arizona allows homeschooling through private school registration. File with the state and conduct an annual evaluation—that's it! You have full curriculum freedom and access to sports through umbrella schools.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
6-16
Notice Required
Yes
File with Arizona Department of Education as a private school within 30 days of opening
Assessment Required
No
No assessment requirement. Annual evaluation of progress required by parent or evaluator.
Teacher Qualifications
No teaching credentials required
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
File with Arizona Department of Education as a private school within 30 days of opening
Legal Status
Legal as a private school with simple registration
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
No assessment requirement. Annual evaluation of progress required by parent or evaluator.
Record Keeping
Maintain annual evaluation and proof of instruction in required subjects
Additional Information
Diploma Issuing
Parents may issue diploma or high school transcript
Umbrella Schools
Umbrella schools are allowed in this state.
Special Education Access
Homeschooled students have access to special education services.
Sports & Extracurricular Access
Homeschooled students can participate in school sports.
Key Statutes
- Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 15-802