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Free AZ CDL School Bus Practice Test 2025

Average pass rate for CDL tests in Arizona: 61%.
Average pass rate for this test: 73%.
Easy
5 min
Score distribution:
90-100=>21%
80-89=>42%
70-79=>27%
60-69=>6%
<60%=>3%
Avg. first-try score: 80%

Arizona’s roads are a mix of breathtaking views and challenging conditions. With landscapes ranging from expansive deserts to rugged mountains, it is no surprise that routes to the Grand Canyon and Sedona’s red rocks make for memorable drives. However, extreme weather is a factor for drivers to consider. School buses are quite common in big cities like Phoenix and Tucson. In urban environments, the scorching summer heat can be life-threatening; children should never have to walk to school under such conditions. Fortunately, school districts and private companies have large fleets of school buses ready to meet the transportation needs of young students.

Anyone who wants to become a school bus driver in Arizona must obtain the School Bus (S) and Passenger Vehicles (P) endorsements on their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). These endorsements allow you to operate school buses, and they are granted after passing their respective written knowledge tests as well as a skills test in a school bus. We know how stressful this entire process can be for you, and that’s why we’ll help you pass the CDL School Bus test in Arizona.

Free AZ CDL School Bus Practice Test 2025
Commercial Driver's License
Based on the official AZ CDL HandbookHandbook‑based (2025) + exam‑taker feedback
11 AZ students practicing now
34completed today

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How to use this practice test

  1. Start here. One of 4 free Arizona tests. ~5 min. Read explanations as you go.
  2. Cover more ground. All tests have different questions - no repeats.
  3. Finish strong. Try the Exam Simulator for a full-length run.

Why this works

  • Exam-like questions from the current handbook + real test-taker patterns. Explanations cite the manual.
  • AI Assistant explains tricky items in plain language.
  • Performance Insights show your weak topics and what to study next.
  • Challenge Bank™ saves your mistakes for targeted practice.

Actual MVD permit test: What to expect?

The Arizona permit test has 20 questions. You must get 16 correct (80%) to pass.
  • Where: Any Arizona MVD office (find locations)
  • Bring: ID + SSN + residency proof + permit/license fee (see checklist)
  • If you fail: Retake the next business day.
  • Commonly missed: road sign recognition (warning, regulatory, and guide signs), legal blood alcohol limits and DUI rules.
  • Ready to schedule? Book your AZ MVD appointment

About the Arizona CDL

Aspiring school bus drivers have plenty of learning resources available online. While the official 2025 Commercial Driver’s License Manual explains the School Bus endorsement in detail, it may not be enough on its own for you to pass the knowledge test on your first attempt. You should adopt a smarter approach and make use of our free Arizona CDL School Bus practice tests, which are designed to familiarize you with the content and format of the actual exam.

Consisting of 20 questions, each of these tests can give you a significant boost in your learning journey. Each question has multiple answer choices, but only one is correct. Our assistant provides immediate feedback as soon as you make a choice, giving you a detailed explanation of the correct answer. This feedback can help you better understand the subject and associate the correct answers with their respective questions. Since there is no timer to pressure you, you should review all answer choices carefully and only submit an answer when you are confident in your choice. With unlimited attempts available, you shouldn’t worry too much about your score while you are still in the learning phase.

More AZ CDL test resources School Bus practice test hub

  1. School Bus Test 1 (you are here)
  2. School Bus Test 2

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