Wisconsin
Legal as private school without state approval
Wisconsin allows homeschooling without state notification or approval. Simply operate as a private school and maintain records of instruction in required subjects.
At a Glance
Compulsory Ages
6-18
Notice Required
No
No state notification required; may need to notify school district locally
Assessment Required
No
No standardized testing required. Parents maintain documentation of instruction.
Teacher Qualifications
No teaching credentials required
Legal Requirements
Getting Started
No state notification required; may need to notify school district locally
Legal Status
Legal as private school without state approval
Required Subjects
Assessment & Testing
No standardized testing required. Parents maintain documentation of instruction.
Record Keeping
Maintain records demonstrating educational instruction
Additional Information
Diploma Issuing
Parents may issue diploma
Umbrella Schools
Umbrella schools are allowed in this state.
Special Education Access
Homeschooled students have access to special education services.
Sports & Extracurricular Access
Sports participation through traditional public schools may be limited.
Key Statutes
- Wis. Stat. § 118.165