Missouri Homeschool High School Guide

Parent-issued diploma recognized. No state homeschool diploma.

Parent-created. No state template. Umbrella schools may provide transcripts.

Missouri does not have a formal dual enrollment program for homeschool students.

What's covered

Sports and Other activities

Eligibility

Residency verification, physical examination, behavior standards, and financial obligations matching enrolled students

Mo. Rev. Stat. Section 167.790 (effective August 28, 2025)

Missouri offers 2 different ways to homeschool. High school options like dual enrollment and sports access may vary by pathway.

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  Home School Under Section 167.031 : You teach at home with no notification, no registration, and no approval required — Missouri law explicitly prohibits regulation beyond what the statute specifies. You provide 1,000 hours of instruction per year (600 in core subjects, 400 at home), maintain a log and portfolio, but never submit them to anyone. No testing required.
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  Private School / Umbrella (Cover) School Enrollment : You enroll in a private umbrella (cover) school and operate under its framework. The school handles compliance documentation, provides transcripts and formal records, and offers a school name on your child's records. You still teach at home and meet the same 1,000-hour standard. Best for families who want formal transcripts or administrative structure.

Our wizard helps you choose the right one. Compare all pathways for Missouri