Yes. Florida homeschool law offers families five annual evaluation options. ClearPath provides two of them:

• Portfolio evaluation by a Florida-certified teacher (our most popular option for homeschoolers)
• Standardized testing on the Florida DOE approved list: DORA, ADAM, or Stanford 10

All services meet Florida Statute 1002.41 annual evaluation requirements. You will receive signed documentation ready for district submission.

According to Florida Statute 1002.41, your portfolio must include:

What evaluators typically look for:

• Evidence of educational progress throughout the year
• Variety of work samples showing growth
• Reading list or log of books completed
• Photos of projects, field trips, or hands-on activities (optional but helpful)

The evaluation process includes:

• Review of your portfolio by a FL-certified teacher
• Discussion with your student about their progress (required by statute)
• Signed evaluation letter documenting educational progress

Note: You must preserve your portfolio for 2 years. The district can request to inspect it with 15 days’ written notice, though this is rare.

Yes. DORA, ADAM, and Stanford 10 are all on the Florida Department of Education approved assessment list for all Step Up scholarship programs (FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, and PEP).

See the comparison table above to find which tests meet your specific requirements based on your situation.

Diagnostic Criterion-Referenced Tests (DORA & ADAM):

• Adaptive tests that adjust difficulty based on student responses
• Measure specific reading and math skills mastery
• Pinpoint exactly what your child knows and needs to learn
• 30-60 minutes per test

Norm-Referenced Test (Stanford 10):

• Standardized achievement test comparing your child to national peers
• Covers multiple subjects (Reading, Language, Math, Science, Social Studies)
• Provides percentile rankings
• 3-5 hours over 2 days

Portfolio Evaluation:

• FL-certified teacher reviews your homeschool work samples
• 20-30 minute online session
• Official documentation for Florida homeschool compliance

• Master’s-level certified teacher administration — All testing proctored by a Florida-certified teacher with a Master’s degree in Reading
• Ensures test validity and integrity — Professional administration meets highest standards
• Official documentation accepted statewide — Recognized by all Florida counties and Step Up For Students
• Reduces parent stress and time commitment — No need to learn testing protocols or procedures
• Student focus improves — Formal testing environment helps students perform their best
• Removes conflicts of interest — Independent third-party administration adds credibility
• Scholarship-eligible — Use your FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, or PEP funds to cover all costs

Yes. The dyslexia screener is eligible for all Step Up scholarships (FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, and PEP).

Important to know:

• ✔ Covered by Step Up scholarships
• ✔ Does NOT fulfill annual testing requirements
• ✔ Identifies reading patterns consistent with dyslexia
• ✔ Can be combined with DORA for comprehensive assessment

A live online review of your student’s portfolio with a Florida-certified teacher. This option fulfills the homeschool annual evaluation requirement and includes a signed evaluation letter.

DORA (Diagnostic Online Reading Assessment) is a computer-adaptive reading diagnostic on the Florida DOE approved assessment list. It evaluates multiple reading skills and results arrive within 24–48 hours.

ADAM (Adaptive Diagnostic Assessment of Mathematics) is a computer-adaptive math diagnostic on the Florida DOE approved assessment list. It identifies specific strengths and growth areas and results arrive within 24–48 hours.

You may purchase the combo package, and families may choose to schedule both tests on the same day or on separate days.

However, because each assessment requires focus and accuracy, most students perform better when the sessions are completed on separate days.

Same-day testing is available upon request.

Scheduling DORA and ADAM on different days helps:

• prevent testing fatigue
• support concentration
• improve accuracy
• reduce stress

But if your child does best completing everything at once, we can accommodate same-day testing.

The Stanford 10 is a nationally norm-referenced standardized achievement test administered over two consecutive days. It is on the Florida DOE approved assessment list and meets Florida homeschool and Step Up (FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, PEP) testing requirements.

Abbreviated Battery (3 hours total): Reading, Language, and Math

Complete Battery (5 hours total): Reading, Language, Math, Science, and Social Studies

Required:

• Laptop or desktop computer (Windows, Mac, or Chromebook) — iPads, tablets, and phones are NOT supported
• Working camera that stays on for the entire session — student must remain visible
• Working microphone for communication with the test administrator
• Stable internet connection and Chrome browser (recommended)
• Well-lit, quiet testing space where the student’s face is clearly visible
• One device only — no additional phones, tablets, or computers nearby during testing

If a family arrives without a compatible device or functioning camera/microphone, the session may need to be rescheduled. See our Policies page for complete technology requirements.

Yes. ClearPath Homeschool Testing accepts FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, and PEP scholarships for testing services. Parents must reserve and approve services in their EMA account before scheduling.

The dyslexia screening (under “Part-Time Tutoring”) is eligible for all Step Up scholarships.

• Portfolio evaluations: 24–48 hours
• DORA/ADAM: 24–48 hours
• Stanford 10: 3–5 business days

Yes. All services are available statewide for both homeschool and private-school families, including those using Step Up scholarships (FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, PEP).

Most students finish within the scheduled session, but extended time is available if needed.

Extended time fees:

• 30 additional minutes — $40
• 60 additional minutes — $75

Extended time is scholarship-eligible and covered under FES-UA, FES-EO, FTC, and PEP scholarships.