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Alaska School Bus Test

Watch for moose on rural school bus routes, especially near Glenn Highway — your practice test covers that kind of real Alaska driving.

Questions

80%

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86 questions · 25 min time limit · 80% to pass

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Reviewed by Jack Mahana, CDL Instructor (13+ years)

Last verified: August 2026

All questions sourced from the official Alaska CDL handbook and FMCSA regulations.

About the Alaska School Bus Test

Alaska school bus drivers face unique challenges. You’ll navigate narrow roads through remote villages. You’ll handle thick fog on the Seward Highway. You’ll stop for moose and bear crossings. Our practice test prepares you for that.

This isn’t a generic test. We pulled questions from the Alaska CDL manual. You’ll cover student loading zones in winter, railroad crossings near Knik Arm, and post-trip inspections in subzero temps. Each question teaches real Alaska rules.

You don’t need to memorize random facts. You need to know how to handle a bus on ice or gravel. You need to understand Alaska’s three-point turn restrictions near school zones. Our test covers those exact situations.

Passing the Alaska School Bus endorsement requires an 80% score on the written exam. Take this practice test as many times as you want. Track your mistakes. Retake until you’re confident.

Topics Covered

✓Student loading and unloading — know the exact stop-arm rules on a two-lane vs. four-lane Alaska highway

✓Railroad crossing procedures — required stops and gear shift steps that apply to every Alaska crossing

✓Post-trip vehicle inspection — critical in Alaska’s cold climate to avoid frozen brake lines

✓Evacuation plan for emergencies — real scenarios like a moose strike or sudden whiteout near Talkeetna

✓Mirror and blind spot checks — essential for backing up in tight school parking lots with snowbanks

✓Defensive driving on ice and gravel — how to adjust speed and following distance on Alaska’s rural roads

Study Tips

Study the Alaska CDL School Bus section, not just the general knowledge chapters. The state tests specific laws like the 2‑minute post-trip walk-around. Go outside during a cold snap and practice your inspection with gloves on — that’s the real test.

Don’t cram the night before. Instead, take our practice test once a day for a week. Write down each question you miss. Look up the exact page in the Alaska CDL manual. Explain the rule out loud — that locks it in your memory.

On test day, arrive fifteen minutes early. Bring your Alaska learner’s permit and a pen. The test is computer‑based, but some DMV offices still use paper. Double‑check your answers for trap questions about Alaska’s school bus flashing light patterns.

Alaska Specific Information

Alaska DMV offers the School Bus written test by appointment only. Walk‑ins rarely work. You can book online through the DMV website or call your local office. Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Juneau locations have the most openings. Expect to pay a $15 fee for the endorsement test, plus a $5 background check fee.

You need at least a valid Alaska Class A or B CDL learner’s permit before taking the school bus knowledge test. Bring your permit, a secondary ID, and proof of residency. If you fail, you can retake the test after 24 hours (no extra charge beyond the initial fee).

Some offices require a completed Training Provider Registry (TPR) number even for the written test. Check the DMV website before you go. Don’t show up without it — you’ll waste a trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate endorsement test for school buses in Alaska?

Yes. You pass the general CDL knowledge test first, then a separate School Bus endorsement test. Both require an 80% score. You also need a background check and a physical.

Can I take the Alaska school bus test online from home?

No. Alaska DMV requires all CDL knowledge tests in person at a DMV office. You must schedule an appointment. No online or third‑party testing is accepted.

How many questions are on Alaska’s School Bus endorsement test?

The official test has 20 questions. You need 16 correct to pass. Our practice test mirrors that exact format.

What happens if I fail the school bus test in Alaska?

You can retake it the next business day. No extra fee if you’re still within the original $15 testing fee window. Don’t wait longer than 30 days or you’ll have to pay again.

Is an Alaska school bus driver required to have a CPR certificate?

No, but many employers require it. The state does not list CPR in the CDL manual. Still, carrying a basic first‑aid kit is smart when you’re driving hours from the nearest clinic.

Reviewed by Jack Mahana, CDL Instructor (13+ years)

Last verified: August 2026 · FMCSA-compliant content