Homeschool testing in Vermont

Verified against primary sources on July 19, 2026

At a glance

Testing required
Yes
When
annual assessment (test is 1 of 5 options); records kept at home
What qualifies
Standardized test required
Who administers
District, testing service, or per testing-company approval (parent OK if publisher allows).
Results
Kept in your records
Score floor
None.

What the law says

“A standardized assessment, which may be administered by the local school district or a testing service or administered in a manner approved by the testing company.”

— 16 V.S.A. § 166b(a)(3)

Alternatives to testing

VT-certified-teacher review; parent report + portfolio (4+ work samples); online academy/school grades; GED.

Worth knowing

Since Act 66 of 2023, nothing is submitted to AOE — parent attests and retains records.