Low regulation

Homeschool Laws in Wisconsin

Wisconsin requires only an annual online PI-1206 form — no testing, no curriculum approval, no portfolio.

Yes, homeschooling is legal in Wisconsin and the rules are minimal. You file an annual statement of enrollment (form PI-1206) online with the WI Department of Public Instruction by October 15 each year. The form takes about 5 minutes and asks for basic info: parent name, address, students enrolled. You agree to provide 875 hours of instruction per year covering 6 required subjects. No state testing, no curriculum review, no portfolio submission, no progress reports. The PI-1206 is the only state interaction.

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

Key dates

PI-1206 enrollment form
by October 15 each year (online)

Where this comes from

What you need to do

  • Annual online PI-1206 form to WI Department of Public Instruction
  • Takes ~5 minutes — basic info only
  • 875 hours of instruction per year
  • Cover 6 required subjects: language arts, math, science, social studies, health, art/music
  • No state testing, no curriculum approval, no annual progress reports

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Where Wisconsin ranks

26states share Wisconsin'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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