Assessment Requirements in Washington

What’s required

Washington requires homeschooled students to complete a standardized test or teacher evaluation. This is required annually.

What happens if your child doesn’t meet the minimum

First things first: this is not a crisis. States build in a structured process to help your family get back on track. Here’s how it works in Washington:

• Process:
• Timeline:
• If scores still don’t improve: Parent must make good faith effort to remedy any deficiency

The important thing to remember is that you have time and options. Many families use a low score as a chance to adjust their approach, try new curricula, or get targeted help in specific subjects.

Approved tests

Check your state’s approved test list for accepted standardized assessments. Your state homeschool organization or local school district can confirm which tests are accepted.

Alternatives to standardized testing

Standardized testing is the primary assessment option under this pathway. If your child experiences test anxiety or has a learning difference, check your full state guide . Your state may offer alternative pathways with different assessment methods.

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Every family’s situation is a little different. Our free wizard builds a step-by-step compliance plan tailored to your family, including exactly which assessments you need and when they’re due.