Research in the area o f academic achievement has found the homeschool student to be at or above the level o f traditionally educated students. While homeschooling puts students at an academic advantage, does this type of schooling put them at a distinct disadvantage in the area o f socialization? In 1987, Wartes investigated the social activities of homeschool students. Parents responding to Wartes questionnaire reported that their children spend 20 to 29 hours per month in community activities, interacting with peers and/or those of different age groups (Ray & Wartes, 1991, p. 54). Ninety-four percent of the children were rated by their parents as “average or above average in each of the following skills: constructively interacting with peers, constructively interacting with adults, displaying leadership ability, and showing a sense of responsibility” (p. 55). While this study may be questioned for family self-report biases, other research on social contacts o f homeschoolers supports the family reports.