Homeschool testing in Oregon

At a glance

Testing required

Yes

When

grades 3, 5, 8, 10 (by Aug 15)

What qualifies

Standardized test required

Who administers

Qualified AND neutral person (TSPC license, psychologist license, publisher-qualified purchaser, graduate test-admin coursework, or prior qualification; no blood/marriage relation).

Results

Filed with the state

Score floor

Below 15th percentile on national norms → escalating oversight.

Test recency

“Two most recent versions” of the three listed test families.

What the law says

“Tests approved… are the two most recent versions of the following tests: (A) Terra Nova CAT/3 Test; (B) Iowa Tests of Basic Skills / Tests of Achievement and Proficiency; (C) Stanford Achievement Battery.”

— OAR 581-021-0026

Alternatives to testing

IEP/PDP exceptions only.

Worth knowing

CLOSED list of exactly 3 test families with NO addition pathway — a new instrument cannot enter Oregon. PASS has never appeared in any version of the rule.