Moderate regulation

Homeschool Laws in Arkansas

Arkansas requires annual notice and used to require state testing — that was repealed in 2017, making AR significantly easier.

Yes, homeschooling is legal in Arkansas. You file an annual Notice of Intent to Homeschool with your local superintendent by August 15 (or 14 days before starting if mid-year). Arkansas used to require standardized testing for homeschoolers in grades 3-9, but that was repealed in 2017 — there's no longer a state testing requirement. No required subjects list from the state, no curriculum approval, no annual reports. The notice is the main interaction with the state each year.

Last verified: May 19, 2026·Re-checked quarterly · Information, not legal advice

Key dates

Notice of Intent
by August 15 each year (or 14 days before starting mid-year)

Where this comes from

What you need to do

  • Annual Notice of Intent to local superintendent
  • If withdrawing from public school mid-year: 14 days notice
  • No required subjects list from state
  • Standardized testing was repealed in 2017 — no longer required
  • Keep records for your own use

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Where Arkansas ranks

18states share Arkansas's regulation level

Across the 50 states + DC, the homeschool-regulation breakdown is:

Low regulation26 states
Moderate regulation18 states
High regulation7 states
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Last verified May 19, 2026. We re-check sources quarterly. This page is information, not legal advice — confirm specifics with your local district or a homeschool attorney before filing.
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