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If operated by a private company, yes. If operated by the state, it is not considered to be used for commercial purposes, although it is still subject to FMCSA and FHWA regulation, and the driver must possess a CDL of a class appropriate to the vehicle with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.

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Q: Is a school bus considered a commercial vehicle?
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