Mississippi homeschool requirements
Mississippi requires only an annual certificate of enrollment filed with the local school attendance officer; there is no testing or required-subject mandate.
Program
United States — Mississippi · Mississippi Home Instruction
What the Mississippi process looks like
1.Establish the program
File the certificate of enrollment
File a certificate of enrollment with the school attendance officer of the local district by September 15 each year, giving the child's name, address, and a simple description of the education being provided.
Withdraw from prior school (if applicable)
Withdraw the child from any current school.
2.During the year
Provide instruction and keep records
Provide a home-instruction program. No specific subjects, hours, or testing are mandated; keeping your own records is recommended.
Sources · Last reviewed 2026-07
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