Alaska CDL School Bus Practice Test (AK) 2026

5 out of 5 (38 votes)
80% Passing score
20 Questions
4 Mistakes allowed
Ready to take your first step towards becoming a certified school bus driver in Alaska? Our Alaska practice permit test is designed to help you prepare thoroughly for your commercial driver's license with a school bus endorsement. This initial Alaska DMV practice test covers a wide array of essential topics including safety procedures, pre-trip inspections, basic control skills, and on-road driving techniques. With our Alaska CDL school bus practice test, you'll face 20 multiple-choice questions derived from the official state driver's manual. Achieving at least 16 correct answers will ensure you are well-prepared to face the real permit test with confidence. Our permit test practice is available online, allowing you to study at your convenience, whether it's early morning or late at night. The flexibility of the Alaska driving test practice schedule means you are not bound by the rigid timings of a traditional driving school. One of the unique aspects of this Alaska CDL school bus test is its focus on the distinctive features of school buses. You'll learn about the high visibility design, particularly the National School Bus Glossy Yellow paint, and other critical safety features that make school buses easily recognizable and safe for children. What's more, you can take the school bus endorsement practice test as many times as needed. This repeated exposure to the material ensures that you become comfortable with the questions and are better prepared for the subsequent CDL practice tests. All the questions you'll encounter in the Alaska CDL school bus test are based on the official driver's manual, ensuring that the content is accurate and relevant to what you will face on the actual test. Whether you're a first-time test-taker or need a refresher, our school bus practice test is your key resource. Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to pass the Alaska CDL school bus practice test and move one step closer to your goal.
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Sample Alaska School Bus Test Questions

Question 1

When an Alaska school bus makes its required stop at a railroad grade crossing, how far from the nearest rail must it stop?

  1. A At least 15 feet but no more than 50 feet
  2. B At least 10 feet but no more than 30 feet
  3. C At least 20 feet but no more than 40 feet
  4. D Exactly 50 feet

Correct answer: A – At least 15 feet but no more than 50 feet

Alaska regulations require the school bus to stop within 50 feet, but not less than 15 feet, from the nearest rail. While stopped, the driver must look and listen in both directions and may proceed only when safe. The driver must cross in a gear that does not require shifting on the tracks.

Source: 13 AAC 02.240(a) – Obedience to Signal Indicating Approach of Train, 13 AAC 02.250(a) – Mandatory Vehicle Stops at Railroad Crossings

Question 2

How should you position the bus when stopping to load waiting students?

  1. A Place the entrance door directly beside the students
  2. B Stop with the front bumper at least 10 feet from the students
  3. C Stop just beyond the designated loading point
  4. D Stop with the rear bumper about 10 feet from the students

Correct answer: B – Stop with the front bumper at least 10 feet from the students

Bring the bus to a complete stop with its front bumper at least 10 feet from the waiting students. This positioning requires the students to approach the bus, giving the driver a better view of their movements. Before opening the door, secure the bus, activate the red lights and stop arm, and confirm that traffic has stopped.

Source: Alaska Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.2.1, “Approaching the Stop”

Question 3

A driver following a school bus on the same roadway may continue without stopping because opposing traffic is separated by a grassy median.

  1. A True
  2. B False

Correct answer: B – False

Under Alaska law, a vehicle approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights must stop at least 30 feet away. The exception for separate roadways applies when the school bus is on a different roadway, such as when it is serving traffic traveling in the opposite direction. A vehicle following the bus on the same roadway must stop.

Source: AS 28.35.145(a), (c) – Overtaking and Passing School Bus

Question 4

What should you do if you cannot account for a student outside the bus after unloading?

  1. A Assume the student already left the stop
  2. B Reposition the mirrors and continue the route
  3. C Rely on the other students to locate the student
  4. D Secure the bus, take the key, and inspect around and underneath it

Correct answer: D – Secure the bus, take the key, and inspect around and underneath it

Do not move the bus until every student is accounted for. Secure the bus and remove the key before leaving the driver's compartment. Check around and underneath the bus because a student may be hidden from view in a danger zone. Resume the route only after confirming that the area is clear.

Source: Alaska Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.2.3, “Unloading Procedures on the Route”

Question 5

What is the primary benefit of an antilock braking system on a school bus?

  1. A It activates only when the driver turns on a dashboard switch
  2. B It helps prevent wheel lockup during hard braking
  3. C It guarantees a shorter stopping distance
  4. D It requires a different technique for every normal stop

Correct answer: B – It helps prevent wheel lockup during hard braking

ABS helps prevent wheel lockup and allows the driver to maintain better control during hard braking. It may not shorten the stopping distance, but it can help the driver steer around an obstacle and avoid brake-induced skids. During normal braking, use the same basic braking method whether or not the bus has ABS.

Source: Alaska Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.6.2, “How ABS Helps You”, Alaska Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.6.3, “Braking with ABS”

Question 6

Which action is part of the recommended procedure for unloading students?

  1. A Leave the transmission in gear while setting the parking brake
  2. B Stand outside the bus before allowing anyone to exit
  3. C Keep students seated until you direct them to leave
  4. D Have student assistants operate the service door

Correct answer: C – Keep students seated until you direct them to leave

Students should remain seated until the driver tells them to exit. Before giving that instruction, the driver should complete a safe stop, check the mirrors, and secure the bus. Students should then leave in an orderly manner while the driver watches to ensure they move promptly away from the unloading area.

Source: Alaska Commercial Driver License Manual — § 10.2.3, “Unloading Procedures on the Route”

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