Assessment Requirements in North Dakota

What’s required

North Dakota requires homeschooled students to complete a standardized test. Testing applies at grades 4, 6, 8, and 10.

Results must be submitted to local school district superintendent.

Minimum score

Your child’s test results need to meet a specific threshold. Here’s what the state requires:

Don’t panic if this sounds intimidating. Most homeschooled students meet or exceed these benchmarks, and if your child falls short, there are clear next steps (see below).

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 North Dakota:

• Process: Below 30th percentile composite triggers multidisciplinary assessment and remediation plan per NDCC 15.1-23-12
• Timeline: Remediation continues until child scores at/above 30th percentile composite or shows one year of academic progress
• If scores still don’t improve: Learning disability evaluation first; then certified teacher remediation plan

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

The following tests are accepted in your state:

• Nationally normed standardized achievement tests

Many of these can be administered at home or through a local testing service. Your homeschool co-op or state organization may also coordinate group testing dates.

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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